Today, the Department of Health & Social Care has opened a 12-week call for evidence to inform it's men's health strategy, which will address some of the biggest killers, include suicide.
Welcoming this, Julie Bentley, Samaritans CEO, said: “Suicide is the biggest killer of men under 50 so it’s critical that suicide prevention is front and centre of this strategy. With men making up 75 percent of all suicides, this strategy is a real opportunity to prevent thousands of deaths.
“Recognising what works for different groups of men, focusing on key risk factors and providing evidenced based support will be crucial and we’d encourage everyone to submit evidence to this important consultation. We look forward to working with Government on meaningful ways to cut suicide rates and save lives.”
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