Let’s Talk Weather: Lava Ridge Elementary School
John Carroll took the weather on the road today and spoke to the 3rd grade class at Lava Ridge Elementary School. The students were well prepared…
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OHA launches ‘Connect to Hope’ awareness campaign, data dashboard on third anniversary of 988
The Oregon Health Authority is marking the third anniversary of 988 — the three-digit number that anyone can call, text or chat when in need of…
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Deschutes County commissioners proclaim Suicide Prevention Awareness Month; several events planned around area
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — In concurrence with National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, the Deschutes County Board of Commissioners on Wednesday…
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Mental Health Awareness Month: OHA reminds Oregonians of support resources for those in need and their loved ones
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Oregon Health Authority is recognizing Mental Health Awareness Month during May by promoting resources that support…
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Oregon’s new 988 Coordinated Crisis Services Tax began this month: Here’s what it helps fund
A 988 Coordinated Crisis Services Tax was added Jan. 1 to the existing Oregon Emergency Communications (911) Tax, to support the state’s 988 Suicide…
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Bend singer-songwriter brings greater awareness to 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline with new holiday song
“Isn’t it time we start letting love lead?” That’s one of the lyrics in Bend private music coach Marianne Thomas’s newly released song. Through her…
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September marks National Suicide Awareness Month; Central Oregon offers help, support, training events
This month, in recognition of National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, Deschutes County, in collaboration with the Central Oregon Suicide…
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Crisis helpline launched for Oregon’s ag, forestry communities
CORVALLIS, Ore. (KTVZ) – A crisis helpline dedicated to serving Oregon’s agricultural and forestry communities is now open. The Oregon…
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In its first year, 988 Suicide & Crisis Hotline shows large rise in number of Oregonians served
Nearly one year since the nationwide launch of the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, an analysis by the Oregon Health Authority shows Oregon’s crisis…
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New CDC data show 3-year decline in Oregon youth suicides, uptick for adults OHA reports
Recently released Centers for Disease Control and Prevention data show 2021 was the third year in a row that suicide deaths among Oregon youths had…
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Central Oregon recognizes National Suicide Awareness Month with several programs, events
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — September marks National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. The Central Oregon Suicide Prevention Alliance and community…
Continue ReadingThis National Suicide Prevention Week, learn the signs someone’s at risk for suicide
By Kristen Rogers, CNN Suicide is a leading cause of death among children and adults, but spotting risk factors and warning signs isn’t easy.…
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Oregon suicide rates decline, but still remain above national average
Oregon had the nation’s 13th highest suicide rate across all ages in 2020 — an improvement from the year before, when the state was ninth in…
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Bend-La Pine School Board promotes student health
During Tuesday evening’s Bend-La Pine School Board meeting, board members got a presentation from Healthy Schools Supervisor Aimee Snyder that…
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Central Oregon Suicide Prevention Alliance hosts event for those who lost loved one to suicide
On Saturday, the Central Oregon Suicide Prevention Alliance is hosting an event for anyone who has lost a loved one to suicide. The event will be…
Continue Reading Preventing suicide: Oregon communities promote hope, help and healing across state
September was Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, but the work around Oregon to prevent suicide continues, even as the state has not seen an…
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‘The most desperate act’: Bend therapist knows the family pain of suicide, seeks to help others
September is recognized as National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, and suicide is one of the leading causes of preventable death in Oregon.…
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C.O. Suicide Prevention Alliance holds candlelight vigil
Earlier this month, the Deschutes County Board of Commissioners officially recognized September as Suicide Prevention Month. On Thursday evening, the…
Continue Reading Central Oregon Suicide Prevention Alliance marks National Suicide Prevention Month
September is National Suicide Prevention Month. The Central Oregon Suicide Prevention Alliance and community partners are coordinating several…
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Former Oregon Duck linebacker looks to teach young boys: ‘It’s okay to cry’
Derrick Malone Jr. certainly is not the first athlete to struggle with depression or other mental health issues, but he’s trying to be one of the…
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