Protect Life 2 launched to tackle rising rate of suicide

You are viewing content from Q Newry and Mourne 100.5. Would you like to make this your preferred location?
Men are three times more likely to die by suicide than women

Health Minister Michelle O’Neill has launched a consultation to coincide with World Suicide Prevention Day. 

Protect Life 2 is a strategy for suicide prevention here. 

Men are three times more likely to die by suicide than women. 

The Minister says it's not just an issue for her Department. She says she will continue to work collaboratively to meet the challenge of reducing suicide rates. Lifeline can be contacted on 0808 808 8000.

Join the Thank Q Club

Sign up for the Thank Q Club and receive exclusive offers, fun competitions and amazing prizes - it's quick and easy to do!

Sign Up Log In

Listen on the go

Download the Q Radio app to keep listening, wherever you are! It's available on Apple and Android devices.

Download from the App Store Download from Google Play