Suicide is the 2nd leading cause of death among 10–34-year-olds in the U.S. Intentional poisoning is not often thought of as a reason to contact poison control, yet one in every 10 calls and chats to NC Poison Control is about a self-harm or suicide attempt.
This NEW card provides harm-reduction steps you can take to help prevent a self-harm or suicide attempt and highlights medication safety resources. This prevention card can help you start the conversation in your community about suicide prevention awareness.
