FCC Chair Makes Case To Establish 988 As U.S.' Mental Health Hotline

FCC Chairman Ajit Pai discussed the initiative to establish 988 as a national suicide and mental health crisis hotline. The effort aims to provide easier access to mental health services, especially for high-risk populations like LGBTQ youth and veterans. The 988 number will connect to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. The initiative is part of broader telemedicine efforts and follows federal legislation for hotline improvements. In 2018, over 2.2 million people called the hotline, highlighting the need for accessible mental health support.

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