The Wrap - Zero Suicide Initiative

The Wrap - Zero Suicide Initiative

Author: Michigan Medicine Podcast Network September 23, 2024 Duration: 34:14
September is Suicide Prevention Month, and there’s no better time to build awareness around the sobering reality of youth suicide, as well as to offer a hopeful glimpse into an ongoing initiative at Michigan Medicine that is working to reverse this worrying trend. That's why The Wrap is giving you an inside view of the Zero Suicide Initiative, a series of programs, resources and tools designed around the guiding principle that suicide can be prevented and that our health systems have an important role to play in improving outcomes. Check out this vital episode today -- it may just help you save a life.

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Every week, the vast and complex world of Michigan Medicine generates countless stories, from groundbreaking research to the quiet moments of care that define its mission. The Wrap by Michigan Medicine Headlines gathers these threads into a concise, five-minute conversation. Produced by the Michigan Medicine Podcast Network, this weekly audio digest is designed for anyone connected to or curious about this major academic medical center. You’ll hear more than just institutional announcements; the podcast weaves together essential need-to-know updates with compelling human interest features that put faces to the work. The focus is as much on the dedicated employees driving innovation as it is on the patients whose lives are touched by their efforts. It’s a deliberately informal and accessible listen, transforming internal news into engaging narratives. Whether you're part of the 26,000-strong team or simply interested in the pulse of a leading health institution, this podcast offers an efficient and personable way to stay informed. Think of it as a brief, friendly catch-up on the developments, discoveries, and people shaping the future of health, all delivered in a natural, conversational style that fits easily into your week.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

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