617 suspected suicides reported in New Zealand's 2023-24 financial year, with Māori rate 16.3 per 100,000.

New Zealand's suicide rate remains stable, with 617 suspected suicides reported in the 2023-24 financial year, equating to 11.2 per 100,000 people. The rate for Māori is significantly higher at 16.3 per 100,000, with Māori aged 25-44 facing a rate 2.6 times greater than non-Māori. The Ministry of Health aims to enhance suicide prevention efforts, while the Mental Health Foundation stresses the need for a multi-agency approach and reduced stigma.

October 30, 2024
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