Suicide prevention: Harrison County Community Hospital personnel were dressed in teal and purple in recognition of National Suicide Awareness Month. Below are some suggestions about what you can do to prevent suicide.
Bethany, MO: According to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP), there are an average of 132 suicide deaths per day and an estimated 1.70 million suicide attempts in 2021. Each year during September, we join with others across the country to help bring awareness to suicide and encourage education in hopes of preventing suicide.