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Preventing Health Care Workforce Suicide

Anderson A, Davidson J, Gold K. Preventing healthcare workforce suicide. Healthcare Executive. 2022 May;38(3):54-57.

Based on available literature and consensus among leading suicide prevention experts, this article highlights three actions health care leaders can take to support workforce mental health and well-being: reduce stigma, increase access to mental health services, and address job-related challenges.

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