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Nearly 3 years after launch of 988 suicide lifeline, underfunding threatens call centers' mission

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The nation's 988 hotline works like 911 , bringing critical access to care for those battling mental health emergencies.

Since 2022 , 12 million people have contacted 988 for help.

A new study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association outlines that, while calls have gone up, access to treatment has not increased.

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