April 1st, 2010 @ 5:45pm
By Jill Atwood, Veteran Affairs Salt Lake City
The following story was sent to us by the VA Salt Lake City Healthcare System. It is factual and shines the spotlight on women in combat environments and the emotional toll it can take. It also focuses on the broader issue of PTSD for all returning Veterans and their willingness to reach out for help.
SALT LAKE CITY -- Before 2006 There was nothing Marlo Anderson couldn't handle. She was tough, confident, and in charge. It's why she signed on the dotted line and why she was the first one packed for deployment to Afghanistan.
This highly motivated Air Force Sergeant went on mission after mission, patrol after patrol in a high stress combat environment.
"You're on edge 24-7 and you are always waiting for something to happen," Marlo said.
She served proudly for the 419th Security Forces out of Hill Air Force Base and performed at the highest level.
Marlo was stationed at Manas Air Base in Kyrgyzstan which is a small state just north of Afghanistan. She was deployed as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. During her time there in 2006 it was considered "Washington's sole front line state for confronting terrorism in Afghanistan." She was a Sergeant when she was discharged from the Air Force.
Did you know...
The VA Salt Lake City Health Care System has a weekly PTSD intake session. Every Tuesday, (except holidays)
11:00 a.m.
Building 47 (Outpatient Mental Health)
George E. Wahlen VA Medical Center
No appointment necessary
Bring a copy of your DD Form 214read more here
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