TY - JOUR PY - 2024// TI - Invited commentary: unveiling the grim reality- suicide mortality among formerly incarcerated individuals in North Carolina JO - American journal of epidemiology A1 - Vest, Noel SP - ePub EP - ePub VL - ePub IS - ePub N2 - In the article by Fitch et al. (Am J Epidemiol. 2024; 193(3):489-499) the authors highlight the concerning prevalence of suicide mortality among formerly incarcerated individuals in North Carolina. Their retrospective study reveals a doubled suicide risk post-release, with notable disparities among demographic groups. Urgent interventions are needed, including comprehensive re-entry programs and systemic reforms to address structural inequalities. I suggest tailored support services to mitigate suicide risks and promote successful community reintegration, advocating for equity, justice, and human dignity in post-release efforts.

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LA - en SN - 0002-9262 UR - http://dx.doi.org/10.1093/aje/kwae111 ID - ref1 ER -