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DOH and Prevent Suicide Hawaiʻi Task Force raise awareness

September is National Suicide Prevention Month, and the Hawai‘i State Department of Health and the Prevent Suicide Hawaiʻi Task Force are raising awareness of available mental health resources and events.

Statewide Virtual Events Seek to Raise Awareness of Suicide Prevention

The Hawai’i Department of Health (DOH), in partnership with the Prevent Suicide Hawai’i Task Force, announced Thursday a series of online community events recognizing “Suicide Prevention Month” in Hawai’i. The virtual events will be held throughout September and October to raise public awareness about suicide prevention and the impact of suicide in Hawai’i.

Legislature Passes Suicide Prevention Bills

The Hawaiʻi State Legislature recently passed two measures to help suicide prevention and awareness efforts. The first bill, HB655 HD1 SD1, designates September as “Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month” as an effort to raise awareness about suicide prevention. The bill also aims to inform the public on the resources and support available to individuals, families, […]

Events to Raise Awareness of Suicide Prevention in Hawai‘i

According to the DOH, suicide is the leading cause of fatal injuries for people ages 15 to 44 and is the ninth leading cause of all deaths in the state.