10 Occupations With Disturbingly High Body Counts

9. Veterinarians

Vet with puppy
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One might be surprised to see an occupation like veterinarian on a list like this. After all, they work indoors and aren't operating any sort of heavy machinery.

No, it isn't wild animals or rabid dogs who are claiming the lives of vets the world over. Sadly, it's suicide.

According to Time, between 1979 and 2015, around 400 veterinarians committed suicide in the United States alone. The same study also claimed that a female vet in the US is 3.5 times more likely to end their own life than a member of the general population.

The occupation often attracts animal lovers who want to assist our furry friends in any way possible. Unfortunately, there are also some significant drawbacks that come with the job.

Dealing with and delivering sad new to disgruntled (and disheartened) pet owners is never fun.

Moreover, unlike regular doctors, vets often have to euthanize patients with treatable conditions. In some cases, they are forced to kill (sometimes in fairly large numbers) completely healthy animals when shelters become overpopulated.

In truth, it's fairly easy to see how the job could take its toll on an individual.

 
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