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Op-Ed: Prioritizing mental health during Suicide Awareness Month

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Sep. 26, 2024 By Senator Joseph P. Addabbo Jr. September is Suicide Awareness Month, and as we observe this designated month, I can’t help but be reminded of the tremendous impact mental health has on our communities. Over 49,000 people died by suicide in 2022, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention…