October 3, 2024

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Suicides tied to lack of health insurance, income, internet

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Suicides tied to lack of health insurance, income, internet

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People with health insurance, higher income and internet access may be less likely to die by suicide, a new study has found.

Counties with lower levels of health insurance coverage, broadband internet access and household income had higher suicide rates, according to a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report published Tuesday.

“We want to help people in need before a crisis occurs,” Dr. Debra Houry, the CDC’s chief medical officer, told reporters in a briefing. “Suicide is preventable, and we know what works to stop it and to spare families and friends from losing loved ones.”

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