30/07/2024
Today Doctors in Distress and NHS Practitioner Health are officially launching an annual National Memorial Day for Health and Care Staff Lost to Su***de to take place on 17th September.
On this day, we want people to take a moment and reflect on healthcare staff who have died by su***de so that their lives can be honoured and remembered in a special way.
Since 2011, 2500 NHS staff died by su***de - that’s four healthcare workers every week.
We urge you on this day to take time to reflect, perhaps have a minute’s silence or light a candle in remembrance. Their lives must never be forgotten.
You can find out more information on our website: https://tinyurl.com/ymh8fdn4
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