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September is Suicide Prevention Month
Throughout NC and the United States, National Suicide Prevention Week is observed September 7-11. The World Suicide Prevention Day is observed on September 10 and is internationally recognized by the World Health Organization.
Everyone has a Role to Play
#BeThe1 to help someone today.
Take 5 to save a life. Check in with five people every day this month. Share this info 5 times this month.
Remember the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is available 24 hours a day at 1-800-273-8255, Veterans Press 1. Also available 24 hours a day are Online chat and Crisis Text Line: text “safe” to 741-741
NC Governor’s Proclamation https://governor.nc.gov/documents/governor-proclaims-suicide-prevention-awareness-month-2020