As September unfolds, Cayuga Health joins the nation in recognizing Suicide Prevention Month, a critical period dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of mental health and the urgent need for suicide prevention. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, suicide remains one of the leading causes of death across various age groups, particularly among young adults and veterans. The emotional, psychological, and social impacts of suicide are profound, affecting not just individuals but families, friends, and entire communities. In response, Cayuga Health is taking part in the Zero Suicide Initiative. To learn more about this initiative, watch the video at https://ow.ly/YlIp50Trbri
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As September unfolds, Cayuga Health joins the nation in recognizing Suicide Prevention Month, a critical period dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of mental health and the urgent need for suicide prevention. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, suicide remains one of the leading causes of death across various age groups, particularly among young adults and veterans. The emotional, psychological, and social impacts of suicide are profound, affecting not just individuals but families, friends, and entire communities. In response, Cayuga Health is taking part in the Zero Suicide Initiative. To learn more about this initiative, watch the video at https://ow.ly/p8MJ50Trbrj
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📅 World Suicide Prevention Day 2024 "Changing the Narrative on Suicide" is the theme chosen this year focuses on the importance of reducing stigma and encouraging open conversations to prevent suicides. Suicide is a major public health challenge, 5656 suicides were registered in the UK in 2023, 372 more than in 2022. Each suicide has far-reaching social, emotional, and economic consequences, and deeply affects individuals and communities worldwide. Because of the significance of this day, we, at Sisters Hospitallers CIO, would like to join the call to action to encourage everyone to start the conversation about suicide and suicide prevention. Every conversation, no matter how small, contributes to a supportive and understanding society 💜 Read the full article in our blog: https://lnkd.in/eDecXig7 #WorldSuicidePreventionDay #sistershospitallerscio #changingthenarrativeonsuicide
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Today is World Suicide Prevention Day. The day aims to focus attention on the issue, reduce stigma and raise awareness among organisations, governments, and the public, giving the powerful message that suicides are preventable. This year, the theme of the day is "Changing the Narrative on Suicide" with the call to action "Start the Conversation". This theme aims to raise awareness about the importance of reducing stigma and encouraging open conversations to prevent suicides. Changing the narrative on suicide is about transforming how we perceive this complex issue and shifting from a culture of silence and stigma to one of openness, understanding, and support. The call to action encourages everyone to start the conversation on suicide and suicide prevention. Every conversation, no matter how small, contributes to a supportive and understanding society. By initiating these vital conversations, we can break down barriers, raise awareness, and create better cultures of support. I'll be posting throughout the day to start he conversation about suicide and begin to foster more openness about the subject. Please feel free to share my posts to spread the message as far as possible. #worldsuicidepreventionday #starttheconversation #iwilllisten #suicideprevention #suicideawareness #mentalhealth
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Today is World Suicide Prevention Day 2024 This years theme is “Changing the Narrative on Suicide" with the call to action "Start the Conversation". This theme aims to raise awareness about the importance of reducing stigma and encouraging open conversations to prevent suicides. Over 7,00,000 people commit suicide every year across the world. It is the third leading cause of death among 15-29-year-olds globally. It is important to bring attention to the rising number of suicide cases across the world. Every year, the World Suicide Prevention Day is observed on September 10 to spread awareness about suicide prevention, reduce stigma and help people. The International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP) organised this day along with the World Health Organisation (WHO), highlighting the importance of community support and early intervention in protecting lives. #SickNotWeak #SuicidePreventionDay 🎗
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Suicide rates in England and Wales are now at a twenty-five year high! Today marks World Suicide Prevention Day, which raises awareness of suicide and suicide prevention. The theme for World Suicide Prevention Day from 2024-2026 is "Changing the Narrative on Suicide" with the call to action "Start the Conversation." This theme aims to raise awareness about the importance of reducing stigma and encouraging open conversations to prevent suicides.
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World Suicide Prevention Day is observed every year on the 10th of September to draw attention to this important public health issue globally and to share a message that suicides are preventable. The triennial theme for 2024-2026 is ‘Changing the Narrative on Suicide’. Changing the narrative on suicide is about transforming how we perceive this complex issue. It's about shifting from a culture of silence and lack of understanding to one of openness, empathy, and support. Changing the narrative on suicide aims to inspire individuals, communities, organizations, and governments to engage in open and honest discussions about suicide and suicidal behaviour. In line with the theme, we now have a variety of World Suicide Prevention Day resources to download and share, including banners in multiple languages, suggested posts, and much more! Download and share with your network: https://bit.ly/3yb5Jgv
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Sept 10th 2024 : World Suicide Prevention Day 🎙 📢 Let's "Changing the Narrative on Suicide" by "Start the Conversation". This theme aims to raise awareness about the importance of reducing stigma and encouraging open conversations to prevent suicides. Let's keep in mind self-harm in young people is significant and has huge impact in the communities we live in. Changing the narrative on suicide is about transforming how we perceive this complex issue and shifting from a culture of silence and stigma to one of openness, understanding, and support. Suicide is a major public health challenge, with more than 700 000 deaths each year globally. Each suicide has far-reaching social, emotional, and economic consequences, and deeply affects individuals and communities worldwide.
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Suicide is becoming more and more prevalent with more than 700 000 deaths each year globally. World Suicide Prevention Day for 2024's aim is to "Change the Narrative on Suicide" with a call to action "Start the Conversation". This theme aims to raise awareness about the importance of reducing stigma and encouraging open conversations to prevent suicides. Changing the narrative on suicide is about transforming how we perceive this complex issue and shifting from a culture of silence and stigma to one of openness, understanding, and support. if you need to talk... Samaritans 116123 Mind 0300 123 3393
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Suicide is becoming more and more prevalent with more than 700 000 deaths each year globally. World Suicide Prevention Day for 2024's aim is to "Change the Narrative on Suicide" with a call to action "Start the Conversation". This theme aims to raise awareness about the importance of reducing stigma and encouraging open conversations to prevent suicides. Changing the narrative on suicide is about transforming how we perceive this complex issue and shifting from a culture of silence and stigma to one of openness, understanding, and support. if you need to talk... Samaritans 116123 Mind 0300 123 3393
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Today is WORLD SUICIDE PREVENTION DAY, the theme for 2024-2026 is “Changing the Narrative on Suicide” with the call to action “Start the Conversation”. This theme aims to raise awareness about the importance of reducing stigma and encouraging open conversations to prevent suicides. Changing the narrative on suicide is about transforming how we perceive this complex issue and shifting from a culture of silence and stigma to one of openness, understanding, and support.Help is always available, START THE CONVERSATION, speak to someone today! 📞 SAMARITANS - call 116 123For anyone, available by call 24 hours a day. 📱SHOUT - text SHOUT to 85258For anyone, available by text 24 hours a day.
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