Health CareWhy Veterans Face Heightened Suicide Risk In Amador County And Other Rural AreasAugust 27, 2018 | Sammy CaiolaVeterans are about 22 percent more likely to die by suicide than the rest of the population, according to research from the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Health CareNative American Tribes In Amador County Lean On Ancient Medicine To Combat SuicideAugust 16, 2018 | Sammy CaiolaNationally, Native American young adults have higher suicide rates than any other group.
Health CareWhere Are The Psychiatrists? Amador County And Rural California Hit Hardest By Physician Shortage.August 12, 2018 | Sammy CaiolaThe lack of mental-health professionals in rural areas, combined with geographic isolation, puts residents at heightened risk for suicide.
A Problem, A Movement: What We’re Learning About Suicide In Amador CountyJuly 17, 2018 | Sammy CaiolaAmador County has the third highest suicide rate in the state, and CapRadio wants to find out why. Here’s what we’ve learned so far. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Reading List: Suicide In Rural AmericaJune 22, 2018CapRadio health care reporter Sammy Caiola has embarked on a six-month project to explore the high rates of suicide in Northern California’s rural communities. Here's a look at what she's reading on the topic.
