Suicide prevention and intervention programs and services are vital. Mental health services are essential to support individuals, families, and communities struggling with mental health, suicide, and after suicide loss. But we must also recognize that preventing suicide requires a larger collective, systemic response. Suicide deaths are rising steadily every year, with a record high of… Read More » Author information Alison T. Brill Alison T. Brill (she/her), MPH, is a Training & Technical Assistance Specialist at ICF International, a global leader in strategic consulting and communications services for various industries and challenges. She delivers strategic, innovative consulting and DEI-informed strategies to advance health equity and well-being and support healthy, resilient communities. She also serves as the Co-chair of the APHA Medical Care Section's Health Equity Committee, as well as a mentor. She holds a Master's of Public Health from Boston University, and a BA in Social Work and Psychology from the University of Iowa. Views expressed are the author's and do not necessarily reflect those of ICF. | The post Suicide Prevention Requires Collective, Systemic Solutions appeared first on The Medical Care Blog.