A Resolution recognizing September 10, 2025, as "World Suicide Prevention Day" in Pennsylvania.
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Overview
This resolution officially recognizes September 10, 2025, as World Suicide Prevention Day in Pennsylvania. The resolution highlights the significant public health issue of suicide, acknowledging the ongoing stigmas and the high number of global deaths attributed to it. It also emphasizes the importance of open conversations about mental health and the efforts of organizations like the International Association for Suicide Prevention and the World Health Organization.
Key provisions
- Recognizes September 10, 2025, as World Suicide Prevention Day.
- Acknowledges the prevalence of suicide as a leading cause of death.
- Highlights the existence of stigmas and cultures of silence surrounding suicide.
- References statistics on suicide rates in the United States and Pennsylvania.
- Mentions the importance of supporting survivors of suicide attempts.
- Connects the resolution to the ‘Start the Conversation’ theme of World Suicide Prevention Day.
- States the Senate’s intention to host a Suicide Prevention Awareness Day event.
Who is affected
- Pennsylvania residents
- Individuals struggling with mental health issues
- Families and survivors of suicide loss
- Mental health organizations
- The general public
Notable changes
- None – this is a resolution recognizing an existing event and theme.
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- Pn 1135 Html
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Primary sponsor
Christine Tartaglione
Cosponsors
David Argall
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