Recognizes suicide as a serious public health problem and supports September as "National Suicide Prevention Month".
The resolution acknowledges suicide as a significant public health issue in the United States, citing statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Department of Veterans Affairs. It highlights the economic and human costs of suicide, including the economic burden and the number of suicide attempts and deaths annually. The resolution supports the designation of September as "National Suicide Prevention Month" and emphasizes the importance of diverse prevention strategies and increased access to mental health services.
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