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PublishedMarch 19, 2023
To prevent gun suicide, states consider allowing people to deny themselves a gun
In all but nine states, most gun deaths are self-inflicted. The highest proportion is in Maine, where 89% of gun deaths are suicides.
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PublishedAugust 26, 2022
Reporting Aside: After wave of grief, Waterville woman urges others to ‘reach out to the people that love you’
Denise Dutil looks forward to the day the new skatepark at Green Street Park in Waterville's South End bears the name of her son, Dave Dutil Jr., who died by suicide in 2016, Amy Calder writes.
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PublishedMarch 9, 2022
Waterville hospital violated policies in assessment of man who later shot himself, federal report says
The suicidal man, who died from his wounds, had sought care at Northern Light Inland Hospital in August but a proper evaluation of him was not done, according to the federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
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PublishedJanuary 2, 2022
Maine Voices: Recognition needed that first responders face growing mental health toll
I want to develop and maintain a culture where a law enforcement officer asking for help is applauded as an act of courage, says Maine’s U.S. Attorney.
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PublishedDecember 23, 2021
Commentary: One way to tackle America’s youth mental health challenge – change billing
Targeting the structural roots of our workforce deficit will help ensure that our young people are cared for and short-circuit crises.
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PublishedDecember 19, 2021
Prominent Maine dentist was removed from association prior to his suicide
Dr. Jonathan Shenkin, 50, died by suicide on Aug. 23, a day after he lost his post on the Maine Dental Association.
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PublishedDecember 8, 2021
Maine Voices: Uncommon college doctor removed mental health therapy’s stigma – on campus and off
The notably successful methods of Aldo Llorente, who ran Bowdoin’s Counseling Center for 10 years, might be adapted at other colleges.
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PublishedNovember 11, 2021
Our View: Veterans need us to keep our promises
A new VA facility in southern Maine shows a commitment to serving those who served the nation.
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PublishedAugust 22, 2021
Suicide attempts by children have spiked during the pandemic, especially among girls
And health care providers say they are seeing more children under the age of 10 thinking about or attempting suicide.
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PublishedDecember 12, 2020
Commentary: How Mainers can ‘make the call’ to save veterans from suicide
Warrior Call asks Maine veterans to reach out and connect with current and former battle buddies and let them know you care.
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