HealthLeaders Media September 18, 2024
Nurses are at high risk for death by suicide, according to these studies.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
– From 2008 to 2019, the risk of suicide was higher for healthcare workers, specifically registered nurses, healthcare support workers, and health technicians, compared to non-healthcare workers.
– Nurses were 18% more likely to die from suicide than the general population between 2007 and 2018.
– The risk of death by suicide for female nurses was twice as high than the general population, and 70% more than female physicians.
September is Suicide Prevention Month, and CNOs need to be aware of the risks and warning signs among their workforce...
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