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Female US Army veterans struggle for support

Many women say they are finding it difficult to get help they need in system still dominated by men.
Last Modified: 27 Dec 2012 20:13

The US Army now includes more women than ever before.

And, like their male counterparts, women veterans face a host of medical and psychological issues when they return home from the frontlines.

Many women say they are finding it difficult to get the help they need in a system still dominated by men.

Al Jazeera’s Kristen Saloomey reports from New York City.

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