Montana VA Warns of Harmful Effects of Fireworks for some Veterans with PTSD

Editorial: Have a happy, safe and courteous Fourth of July celebration

Backyard fireworks displays can be deadly and are almost always annoying to dogs, cats as well as military heroes and others with PTSD, other anxiety disorders.

Everyday Iowa- Americans for Independent Living's Safe Haven

AFIL offers a safe haven in the Cedar Valley July 3–5 for veterans affected by the sights and sounds of fireworks during the holiday season.

Veteran urges fireworks consideration amid PTSD challenges

Fireworks enthusiasts have already been lighting up the sky ahead of July 4, and that has some urging the public to have more compassion for those living with PTSD.

Montana VA warns of harmful effects of fireworks for some veterans with PTSD

Fireworks are expected on the Fourth, but not at unexpected times on days before and after, the VA says.

Montana VA urges consideration for veterans with PTSD this Fourth of July

GREAT FALLS, Mont. - As Independence Day celebrations approach, the Montana VA is asking all Montanans to be mindful of veterans who may be living with post-traumatic stress disorder, or

July Fourth fireworks: Front Range authorities, veterans ask revelers to leave it to the pros

When Independence Day comes around each summer, this extravagant holiday is largely celebrated across the nation with red, white and blue decor, sparklers, hot dogs and hamburgers, outdoor family fun and, of course, fireworks. Despite the patriotic intentions of marking the anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, unexpected booms of fireworks around the Fourth of July make the holiday “the worst time of year” for some Front Range combat …