09/16/2026
September is Su***de Prevention and Awareness Month.
This is serious. And it is something we should all be willing to talk about.
**Some facts:**
• 48,824 people died by su***de in the U.S. in 2024 (with 2.2 million recorded attempts)
• Su***de was the 10th leading cause of death in the United States. And the 2nd leading cause among teens and young adults between the ages 15-34
• The su***de rate among men was nearly 4 times higher than among women.
Behind every statistic is a person, a family, a friend, a coworker, or a member of our community.
**So what can you do?**
Pay attention. If you are concerned about someone, ASK.
You don't have to have all the answers. You just have to be willing to start the conversation.
And if you're the one struggling, **please don't try to carry it alone.**
Call or text **988** to reach the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline. It is free, confidential, and available 24/7. If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 911.
Take care of yourself.
Take care of your people.
And don't be afraid to ask, **"Are you really okay?"**