Every October, Mental Health Screening Month reminds us of a truth we can’t ignore: behavioral health isn’t a side issue; it’s a frontline crisis. With suicide rates climbing and access gaps widening, waiting until 2026 for full integration isn’t just a delay, it’s a gamble with human lives. Screening without follow-up is an empty promise. Integration means embedding mental health into everyday care, so patients don’t fall through the cracks. The question isn’t if we integrate, it’s how fast we act.