According to the CDC, nearly 50,000 people died by suicide in the U.S. in 2021.
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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, suicide was responsible for over 48,000 deaths in 2021, and is one of the leading causes of death in the U.S.
Louisville doctors reminding public about new Suicide Prevention lifeline on World Mental Health Day
Those struggling with their mental health can call 988 anytime and be connected to a real person for help.
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The Floyd Central and New Albany soccer teams wore jerseys honoring 13-year-old Ella Walker, who died by suicide in January.
The discussion focused on suicide prevention, which is a major priority for the district.
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He said the new hotline took 220 Kentucky-based calls since it launched on Saturday.
Both states have been preparing for the rollout on Saturday.
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Currently, the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline uses a 10-digit number, 800-273-TALK (8255).
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The 20th annual “Louisville Out of the Darkness Walk” took place on the Great Lawn at Waterfront Park.
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A Seymour man knows firsthand the pain of losing a family member to suicide, and it’s a feeling he wants no other parent to experience.