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Adopt and present a resolution recognizing the week of September 6-12, 2026, as National Suicide Prevention Week in Solano County (Chair Brown)
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DEPARTMENTAL RECOMMENDATION:
The Department of Health and Social Services recommends that the Board of Supervisors adopt and present a resolution recognizing September 6-12, 2026, as National Suicide Prevention Week in Solano County.
SUMMARY:
National Suicide Prevention Week is an annual campaign observed in the United States to educate and inform the general public about suicide prevention and rising suicide rates. It also aims to reduce the stigma surrounding suicide and encourage the pursuit of mental health assistance. Suicide is a preventable local, State, and national public health crisis that impacts individuals, families, friends, and the community. The 2024 statistics from the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) indicate that suicide is now the 10th leading cause of death in the United States, compared to the 11th leading cause of death in prior years.
National Suicide Prevention Week also incorporates September 8, 2026 as ‘988 Day’ to raise awareness for the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, a national service offering free, 24/7 confidential support for mental health challenges and substance use concerns. Additionally, World Suicide Prevention Day is September 10, 2026, recognized internationally by the World Health Organization to raise awareness around the globe that suicide can be prevented.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
The costs associated with the purchase and preparation of resolution materials are included in the Board’s FY2026/27 Working Budget.
DISCUSSION:
Suicide is a preventable public health crisis that impacts individuals, families, friends, and the community. In 2024, there were an estimated 2.2 million suicide attempts in the United States, which is 1.5 times increase from 2023, according to ...
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