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Mangano Announces Crisis Counseling Available to Residents Suffering in Storm Aftermath

By Eden Laikin Hurricane Sandy – undoubtedly the most devastating storm to hit Nassau County in decades – has caused not only massive property damage, but has emotionally overwhelmed many of the victims of this disaster.  Most life-long Long Islanders … Continue reading

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Mangano Combats The Effects Of PTSD

By Caitlin Kelly and Eden Laikin At least one in thirty adults will be diagnosed with PTSD in their lifetime, with twice the number of women than men. The average age of onset in adults is 23 years old. This … Continue reading

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Mangano Prepares Nassau to Assist Veterans with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

Prompted by the anticipated return of local military currently serving in Iraq and Afghanistan, Nassau County Executive Edward P. Mangano has prepared the Veteran Service Agency (VSA) to be ready with information about services and resources to assist veterans with … Continue reading

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Mangano Assists Returning Veterans Suffering From PTSD And Related Disorders

Nassau County Partners with Federal, State, Local Agencies to Provide Services Nassau County Executive Edward P. Mangano today announced that Nassau County has partnered with the Federal Department of Veterans Affairs, the Mental Health Association of Nassau County and the … Continue reading

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