Monday, December 13, 2010

Suicides in National Parks

While most suicides occur in private locations, some occur in public spaces which include national parks. This Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR) from the CDC delves into this topic while also discussing recommendations on how to prevent suicides in the national parks along with training for park employees.
  
Suicides in National Parks --- United States, 2003--2009