Global Perspectives on Suicide: Data, Risk & Prevention
September 20, 2022 by RGA
According to the World Health Organization, suicide is among the leading causes of death worldwide, with more than one in every 100 deaths (1.3%) in 2019 as a result of suicide. The COVID-19 pandemic increased challenges around mental healthcare, adding new levels of complexity and difficulty.
Dennis Barnes, Executive Vice President & Chief Marketing Officer, RGA and Chief Executive Officer, RGAX will moderate a session around this critical topic, including the evolving impact from COVID. Dennis will be joined by Erin Crump, Vice President of Business Initiatives and Scott Rushing, Vice President and Actuary, Head of Risk and Behavioral Science, who will talk about key data surrounding the topic of suicide and some of the trends and analysis their teams are currently exploring.
In addition, John MacBeth, CEO of TryCycle Data Systems, will share his insights and experience, particularly on his recent work with a youth suicide prevention program for Indigenous communities in Canada.
We invite you to join this important industry (and global) conversation on September 27, at 10:00am EDT. Together, we can increase awareness and visibility, uncovering new avenues towards prevention and support.
