Suicide Prevention Act: Expanding Surveillance and Emergency Department Services
This act introduces programs to better monitor self-harm and suicide cases and provide rapid assistance. Hospitals will receive funding for screenings and short-term support for patients after self-harm attempts, aiming to improve safety and access to healthcare.
Key points
Expansion of self-harm and suicide data collection to improve response and prevention programs.
Prioritized support for states and communities with high rates of self-harm, including rural areas and Native American tribes.
Funding for hospital emergency departments for screenings, short-term services, and referrals for long-term care for individuals at risk of suicide.
Financial support for hiring and training medical staff in self-harm and suicide prevention.
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