March is Self-Harm Awareness Month, a time dedicated to educating the public about a misunderstood problem that affects numerous individuals worldwide. This month provides an opportunity to dispel myths, provide resources, and encourage open conversation about self-harm.

Crime and biohazard scenes often come with a set of distinctive odors that are hard to forget. When a death, illness, or accident leads to the release of blood or other bodily fluids, or when a body starts to decompose, it triggers an elaborate chain of interrelated chemical processes, and the byproducts are responsible for a variety of odors.

In light of the statistics on the prevalence of suicide and its devastating impact on individuals, families, and communities, this month serves as a vital reminder of the importance of mental health, the power of compassion, and the critical role of education and advocacy in suicide prevention.