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NC DHHS Division of Public Health

Suicide Death Rate (TOTAL) in North Carolina (per 100,000) - age-adjusted rates

Current Value

14.8

2023

Definition

Story Behind the Curve

Rates are age-adjusted.

Deaths by suicide are defined as having ICD–10 underlying cause-of-death codes X60–X84 or Y870.

Overall, the suicide rate is trending upwards (from 13.0 in 2014 to 14.8 in 2023).

Indicator Notes

Definition:

Age-Adjusted Suicide Death Rates per 100,000 Population

Why is this Important?

The impacts of suicide are experienced at the personal and community level. Suicide burdens family, friends, and the community at large (emotionally and often financially).

Suicide is closely linked to mental health and well-being, which can be negatively impacted by trauma, financial insecurity, housing instability, or physical illness.

Insurance status may also play a role when it affects the ability of individuals to seek mental health care and treatment. [HNC2030]

Additional Information:

Rates are age-adjusted.

References and Links:

HNC-REPORT-FINAL-Spread2.pdf

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