GP practices can become ‘veteran friendly accredited’ after new data has found that by signing up, practices could encourage thousands of military veterans who may be silently struggling with their health to seek help. Over 3,000 practices have already signed up and 99% of practices recommend it. The free RCGP scheme takes 20 minutes to join, enabling busy practice staff to more quickly and effectively identify, understand, support and, where appropriate, refer veterans – reducing the need for repeat appointments and shortening waiting times for diagnosis and treatments.