This Senate resolution recognizes suicide as a serious and preventable public health problem. It supports designating September as National Suicide Prevention Month, making suicide prevention a priority, and increasing access to mental health services and substance-use disorder treatment. The resolution also notes that prevention efforts should reflect the needs of different populations and communities. It was referred to the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
The resolution does not set out a specific program or require action from individuals. It expresses support for suicide prevention awareness and access to services.
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The resolution states that suicide is preventable and that awareness, access to services, and approaches suited to different communities are important to prevention.
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