Veterans with PTSD, survivors of gun violence brace for 4th of July fireworks

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Veterans with PTSD, survivors of gun violence brace for 4th of July fireworks
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For veterans with PTSD and survivors of gun violence, the illegal fireworks set off throughout the July 4th weekend can be deeply traumatizing.

For veterans with PTSD and survivors of gun violence, the illegal fireworks set off the July 4th weekend can be deeply traumatizing.For veterans with PTSD and survivors of gun violence, the copious illegal fireworks set off throughout the neighborhoods of Chicago for July 4th weekend are deeply traumatizing.

Solis now works at Hines VA Hospital and also receives services there for his Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, or PTSD. This weekend he wants to avoid triggers.

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