Banfield has created the first suicide-prevention training designed specifically for veterinary professionals to help curb the industry suicide crisis. The interactive e-learning program, ASK, is an acronym for assess, support, know. The training is available at no charge, compliments of Banfield Pet Hospital.
Source: NAVC Spark, January 6, 2020. Link. Male veterinarians are 2.5 times more likely than the general population to commit suicide. Female veterinarians are 3.5 times more likely.