If you or someone you know is struggling, call the Colorado Crisis Line at 988. Mesa County residents can connect with local, individualized and affordable mental healthcare by calling Colorado LIFTS at 855-830-1562.

Each year, Mesa County Public Health releases its annual suicide report , highlighting suicide-related statistics and community interventions specific to the county.

The biggest takeaway is that Mesa County’s suicide rate has remained stable, at about 31 per 100,000 residents.

For comparison, the statewide rate is about 21 per 100,000, and the nation’s rate is roughly 13.9 per 100,000.

Although Mesa County’s rate remains higher than that of the state and nation, public health officials said the recent stabilization and continued growth of preventive measures provide hope

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