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😴 Why is sleep so important to wellness? Do we know exactly what controls it? Pew scholar and Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) associate professor Dr. Laura Lewis works to find out—and her research could unlock insights on protecting memory, treating disease, and more. pewtrsts.org/3I8c1Cj

"People ... know that on any given day, all they have to do is pick up the phone and they've got three friends that are going to come see them." Watch how Abilene, Texas, is reimagining its approach to crisis response 👇 pewtrsts.org/4cQfCAp

Methadone is a proven medication for treating opioid addiction, a disorder that has contributed to about 100,000 U.S. deaths a year since 2021. Yet stigma has long driven policies that make it harder for people to start care and stay in it. pewtrsts.org/3HvWNXi

More than 9 million people cycle through U.S. jails each year. Jails have tools at their disposal to help those with behavioral health issues find stability upon release—and avoid returning to the criminal legal system. pewtrsts.org/4cOCKyU

Suicide attempts are linked to substance use. In fact, adults with opioid use disorder are nearly 2x as likely to experience suicidal thoughts compared to those without. More trends and how to help: pewtrsts.org/4kFVBPb

Federal rules around methadone are changing, making it easier for people to access life-saving treatment. These changes could give people a real shot at recovery. Experts and advocates share their stories on "After the Fact." pew.org/3VI6hDg

Suicide claimed more than 49,000 lives in 2023—an all-time high. Nearly half of these individuals saw a doctor in the month leading up to their death. Health care providers have an opportunity to act with proven steps like safety planning and follow-up. pewtrsts.org/3Iw9iCQ

In this new The Pew Trusts brief, I write about how Mass. Public Health's Public Health Data Warehouse brings together data from across different state agencies to better understand and address pressing health issues. pew.org/en/research-an…

It's been 3 years since the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline changed from a 10-digit phone number to 988. Over that time: ✔️ People have reached out 16 million+ times ✔️ Wait times have decreased ✔️ People report feeling more hopeful after connecting pewtrsts.org/44SB6Jh

Without timely, accurate, and complete data, public health agencies are limited in their ability to: • Detect outbreaks faster • Identify and protect vulnerable communities • Inform policy Our report looks at practices across all 50 states. pewtrsts.org/3EeEqVI

Alcohol is the leading driver of substance use-related fatalities in the U.S. Evidence-based treatment exists—but far too few people know about it. pewtrsts.org/4l7hj01

Only 8% of the nearly 3,800 Joint Commission–accredited hospitals use all 4 key practices that reduce suicide risk after discharge. Training, better policies, and quick action can help save lives. pewtrsts.org/3Iw9iCQ

Public health data success story: Mass. Public Health’s centralized data on opioid use disorder that showed access to medication significantly reduced death risk. The state legislature then partnered with county jails to pilot program that halved mortality rates. pewtrsts.org/45aTJt2

If you were facing a mental health crisis, would you know where to turn for help? One option is 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline—the confidential number that launched three years ago. While millions in the U.S. have used 988, most still aren't aware of it. pewtrsts.org/44SB6Jh

🎉 Pew's biomedical programs are celebrating 40 years of supporting early-career scientists. What makes the programs special? A deep focus on cultivating connections, mentorships, and collaboration that researchers can't get anywhere else. pew.org/4ben9YK

What can states do to help cut healthcare costs, while helping improve lives and communities in the process? 👉Invest in public health initiatives 👉Improve public health data pewtrsts.org/44OX3c4

3 things to know about mental health crisis response as the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline turns 3: ➡️ Most people in the U.S. remain unaware of it ➡️ 988 and 911 must coordinate for 988 to succeed ➡️ Beyond 988, health care systems play a big role in suicide prevention pewtrsts.org/44SB6Jh

Suicide claimed more than 49,000 lives in 2023—an all-time high. Nearly half of these individuals saw a doctor in the month leading up to their death. Health care providers have an opportunity to act with proven steps like safety planning and follow-up. pewtrsts.org/3Iw9iCQ

Best practices for public health data sharing: 🤝 Get early buy in from policy and health leaders 🎤 Share wins to build trust 📊 Create adaptable systems MA’s Public Health Data Warehouse offers an example in action. pewtrsts.org/45aTJt2

People have reached out to 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline 16 million+ times since it launched 3 years ago. While that engagement is promising, there's more work to do to ensure people in need of mental health support are connected to care. pewtrsts.org/44SB6Jh