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flag New York saw a 27-person rise in veteran suicides in 2023, with the rate jumping 25% to 24.9 per 100,000, reversing a four-year decline.

flag In 2023, New York saw a 27-person increase in veteran suicides, rising to 167, with the suicide rate climbing 25% to 24.9 per 100,000—marking a reversal after four years of decline. flag Nationally, 6,398 veterans died by suicide, making it the 12th-leading cause of death among them and the second-leading cause for those under 45. flag The national veteran suicide rate was 35.2 per 100,000—more than double that of non-veterans. flag While the reasons for New York’s uptick are unclear, risk factors include homelessness, military transition, and mental health or substance use disorders. flag Efforts to expand access to care and outreach continue amid concerns over ongoing military operations impacting veterans’ mental health.

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