Research Alert

News — Using data from the National Violent Death Reporting System, a study published in found risk of suicide highest in female nurses as opposed to their male counterparts. Led by Judy E. Davidson, DNP, RN, nurse scientist at UC San Diego Health, findings showed an up to 41% increased risk of suicide as compared to the general population. Other findings include an increase in mental health issues, as well as substance abuse, including opioids.

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Nursing Suicide Self Harm Nurse Suicide COVID-19 pandemic Mental Health Suicide Prevention national violent death reporting system suicide ideation Health Care Professionals Suicide in Health burnout at work Nurses Nurse Wellbeing Substance Abuse Opioid Addiction
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