Rural Health
News by Topic: Suicide and suicide prevention
Sep 10, 2025 - Discusses stresses experienced by farmers, limited access to mental health services for those in rural areas, and the higher than average rates of suicide in the farming community. Offers mental health resources, services, and information for farmers in Michigan.
Source: Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development
Sep 10, 2025 - Highlights suicide statistics for American Indian and Alaska Natives (AI/AN). Offers federal and other resources for people interested in AI/AN-focused suicide prevention.
Source: Native News Online
Aug 22, 2025 - Discusses the suicide risks for veterans, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) services that increase access to healthcare, and secure firearm storage as a means to reduce suicide risk.
Source: VA News
SAMHSA: Agency Information Collection Activities: Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request
Federal Register
Aug 1, 2025 - The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration is seeking comments on a proposed evaluation of the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline and Crisis Services program with a specific look at the impact of the program on suicide and overdose morbidity and mortality. Comments are due within 30 days of publication.
Source: Federal Register