Understanding the data related to a public health topics, including substance use and behavioral health areas, are key to identifying areas of concern, determining where to focus efforts, and how best to make improvements.
The State Epidemiological Outcomes Workgroup (SEOW) serves as a clearinghouse for Maine substance use and mental health related data. The Maine CDC lead workgroup has created this site with dashboards, fact sheets, and resources to assist prevention professions in making data driven decisions.
Data on Suicide
The Maine CDC created two dashboards to share suicide-related data with state and local partners to use in planning, prevention, and intervention efforts. You will also find suicide related data briefs and access to monthly county reports on suicide ideation and attempts from the last six months.