More and more military veterans are turning to self-medication as a solution to the problems they brought home from war. Veterans are using prescription drugs, alcohol, and illegal drugs to deal with the physical and mental pain of life after combat. Join us for VOW Talk Radio on Tuesday, December 11 at 7:00 pm EST [...]
Life on the homefront
Mefloquine Toxicity
November 24, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Are you a veteran who has served in Somalia, Iraq, or Afghanistan? If the answer to that question is yes, then you may be experiencing symptoms caused by the anti-malaria drug Mefloquine (Lariam). Long term symptoms such as vertigo, sleep disturbance, problems with equilibrium, and persistent changes in personality or mood may be caused because [...]
Handling the Holidays
November 11, 2012 By Leave a Comment
How do you deal with the holidays? Though many of us view the holidays as special times filled with fun, family, and celebration, these days can be extremely stressful and difficult for many. Maybe you have lost a loved one who will not be celebrating with the family this year. Perhaps you are a veteran [...]
Remember our Military Kids
October 27, 2012 By Leave a Comment
A person’s a person, no matter how small.” ~ Dr. Suess Don’t forget about our military kids. They need our support too.
Trick or Treat! How Halloween Affects our Veterans
October 24, 2012 By Leave a Comment
DUE TO POWER OUTAGES RESULTING FROM HURRICANE SANDY, WE REGRET THAT VOW TALK RADIO WILL BE CANCELING OUR SHOW TONIGHT (10/30/2012). BE SURE TO TUNE FOR NEXT WEEK’S SHOW ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 6, AT 7:00 PM EST.
Meeting the Needs of our Women Veterans
October 18, 2012 By 2 Comments
When our veterans are mentioned in conversation, does your mind automatically bring up the image of men? I think most of us can answer yes to that question because the majority of our veterans are male, however, there are many women who have put on the uniform of our Armed Forces and they are [...]
War: It Affects the Whole Family
October 9, 2012 By Leave a Comment
War: It affects the whole family. If your family is struggling, we understand. Check out the many resources available here at Voice of Warriors. We want to help you adjust to life after combat.
Veterans Take the VOW
September 17, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Every day, veterans are joining us here at Voice of Warriors and taking the VOW to support our troops and veterans. No one understands better than another combat veteran. Contact us if you are in need of support or if you are a veteran who is looking for a way to support your brothers in [...]
We are here during the storm
September 15, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Some days might seem stormy when you return from war, but you are not alone. All of us at Voice of Warriors are here for you. We VOW to support you and your family.
Square Deal
September 13, 2012 By Leave a Comment
“A man who is good enough to shed his blood for the country is good enough to be given a square deal afterwards.” ~ Theodore Roosevelt
