“Our partnership with UK Healthcare could not come at a better time. We look forward to working together to bring awareness to suicide prevention. Our commitment to working together to increase QPR training, especially in young men, is very near and dear to our hearts.“- The Howards

Suicide is a serious public health issue across our nation and in our hometowns. In Kentucky, it is the second leading cause of death for youth ages 10-34. As part of the UK HealthCare’s Healthy Kentucky Initiative, we offer resources on suicide prevention and information to help you support loved ones who may be struggling.

If you, your child, or someone you know are thinking about suicide or self-harm, call or text 988, the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline or go to the nearest hospital emergency room.

UK HealthCare is now offering free suicide prevention training to our Commonwealth of Kentucky community members. In less than an hour, you can learn how to respond to and help a loved one in crisis. Take the online QPR training today.

Fast fact:

Suicide is the 12th leading cause of death in the United States and the second leading cause of death in adolescents. More than 45,900 Americans died by suicide in 2020