Association Between Suicide and Physical Illness in Japan: An Analysis Using Statistical Adjustment Based on Regional Attributes

Our findings highlight the importance of monitoring patients with cerebral infarction and diabetes for suicide risk, while considering regional socioeconomic factors. Primary healthcare workers, who are available, accessible, knowledgeable, and committed to providing care, may play a crucial role in suicide prevention by paying particular attention to these patient populations. These results provide valuable insights for developing targeted suicide prevention strategies in clinical settings.