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Too Many Bars In Rural America Linked To High Suicide Rates Instead Of Idyllic Life
September 21, 2009 by NewsBot
A new study has examined the relationship between suicide and number of alcohol outlets. Results show that suicides -- both completed and attempted -- occurred at greater rates in rural community areas with greater bar densities. Completed suicide rates were lower among blacks and Hispanics, and higher among low-income, older whites living in rural areas.


