Suicide is a complex and tragic event that leaves a wake of devastation for families and communities. With over 41,000 people a year dying by suicide it is currently the 10th leading cause of death in the U.S. Fortunately there are organizations working to develop and implement strategies that combat this often preventable tragedy. With education about risk factors and conditions that contribute to suicide, individuals can assist with early interventions that are proven to save lives. Join host Prentiss Pemberton and Board member for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, Kim Hancox, as they discuss Suicide Prevention.
HOST: Prentiss Pemberton
GUESTS:
- Kim Hancox, board member for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
LINKS:
- Stop Suicide Alaska
- Alaska Suicide Hotlines
- Alaska DHSS webiste on suicide prevention
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
- National Institute of Mental Health's suicide prevention webinar
- National Strategy for Suicide Prevention from the Surgeon General
- Take 5 to Save Lives
- National Action Alliance for Suicide Prevention
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LIVE BROADCAST: Monday, April 25, 2016, at 2:00 p.m. AKDT
REPEAT BROADCAST: Monday, April 25, 2016, at 8:00 p.m. AKDT
DR. WOODARD’S FAVORITE HEALTH AND SCIENCE LINKS:
- Cleveland Clinic
- Mayo Clinic
- MedlinePlus
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
- HealthyChildren.org
- American Academy of Allergy Asthma & Immunology
- American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (ACAAI)
- Science Based Medicine
- Quackwatch
- Super Smart Health
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