CW: suicide. National Physician Suicide Awareness Day (#NPSADay) is a moment to remember the high toll of suicide in the physician community. The mental health challenges facing doctors & other health workers are profound and underappreciated. 1/3
A recent survey from @PhysiciansFound reports that 8 in 10 physicians agree that there's stigma surrounding #MentalHealth and seeking care among physicians. It’s long past time to eradicate this stigma. Mental health is health. And every health worker deserves support & care. 2/3
In honor of those lost, please reach out to a doctor in your life today and tell them how much you appreciate them. Let them know you’re there if they need to talk. If your colleague or loved one is struggling and needs immediate crisis support, call or chat 988. 3/3
@Surgeon_General Thanks for the reminder! Did that immediately! Medicine can be a thankless job in which patients never do what is recommended for their health. A nice thank you is always a boost on a rough day😀👍🏼❤️