How Does Normalizing Suicide Make Sense In A State Dedicated To Suicide Prevention?

Let’s stop HB1283 in its tracks before it undoes all the progress we have made on suicide prevention in NH.

Assisted Suicide Puts our Most Vulnerable at Risk

As New Hampshire considers legalizing assisted suicide, also referred to as medical aid in dying , I would like to draw attention to the potential impacts this bill could have on disabled and other marginalized residents.

“Count Us In” Pledge: Palliative Care and Services over Physician-Assisted Suicide

More than 40 organizations and individuals have signed the NH Coalition for Suicide Prevention’s “Count Us In” Pledge,

Maryland Lawmakers Table Controversial Medical Suicide Bill

In a recent decision that stirred relief among Maryland residents, lawmakers in the state's Senate Judicial Proceedings Committee tabled a fiercely debated medical suicide bill.

Doing the Math on HB 1283: What's the REAL Cost to the State of NH?

While proponents of HB1283, “End of Life Options” have not discussed the costs associated with this bill, there are plenty of potential and indirect costs to plan for and to consider.

Legislation, Legislative UpdateNH Coalition for Suicide PreventionFebruary 26, 2024HB 1283, end of life, Costs

Why Veterans Should Oppose HB 1283 – Take A Look At Canada

Let’s stand up for our veterans and help them live, not help them die because it financially benefits the state. Let’s not open the door, even a crack, to put vulnerable populations – including our veterans – at risk

NewsNH Coalition for Suicide PreventionFebruary 20, 2024Assisted Suicide, New Hampshire

Words of Warning - Packed Assisted Suicide Hearing in Concord

Hear testimony from the perspectives of various experts and community members on the inherent dangers of legalizing assisted suicide in New Hampshire.

Legislative Update: HB 1283 Draws Large Crowd To Hearing

HB 1283 Draws Large Crowd To House Judiciary Feb. 7 Hearing; Executive Session Scheduled For Feb. 15th at 10 a.m.

LegislationNH Coalition for Suicide PreventionFebruary 12, 2024Updates, HB 1283

Sign the NH Towards Zero Suicides Pledge

Read the Pledge, then click on the "Sign Here" box. Enter your organization's name and contact info, and you will receive a receipt of your suppor

NH Coalition for Suicide PreventionFebruary 8, 2024

Probing the Gaps in ‘Safeguards’ of Assisted Suicide Laws

Studies indicate that provisions of aid-in-dying laws cited as safeguards against coercion are ineffective.

Canada’s Debate on Assisted Suicide as "Solution" for Those with Mental Health Challenges

Canada's journey towards liberalizing assisted suicide laws has taken a very controversial turn with the impending legislation to include mental illness as a qualifier for Medical Aid in Dying.

News, LegislationNH Coalition for Suicide PreventionFebruary 1, 2024Assisted Suicide, Canada, HB 1283, NH, legislation

A Disturbing Link Between Medically-Assisted Suicide and Rising Suicide Rates

Suicide is an epidemic, both nationally and here in NH. Campaigns targeting teens and young adults are starting to result in some declines, but overall, suicide rates are on the rise.

No Cost LivingWorks Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training

ASIST is a 2-day training program that teaches participants how to assist those at risk for suicide. Although many clinicians use ASIST, anyone can use the approach, regardless of professional background.

News, DHHSNH Coalition for Suicide PreventionJanuary 24, 2024training, suicide

NH Occupational Health Surveillance Program Looks at Suicide Rates By Occupation + Demographics

The New Hampshire Occupational Health Surveillance Program recently completed their analysis of New Hampshire suicide death cases from 2018 to 2022 by demographics and employment (industry and occupation).

NewsNH Coalition for Suicide PreventionJanuary 13, 2024New Hampshire, statistics, suicide research

Communication Toolkit Targets Groups at High Risk For Suicide

Ad Council research identifies effective messages to overcome barriers to using 988

Inspiring Hope: Sunrise and Suicide Prevention

For Frances Vigay, who has lost many friends and family to suicide, watching the sunrise every day has been an anchor point in her life.

NewsNH Coalition for Suicide PreventionJanuary 2, 2024Hope, Grassroots Suicide Prevention

It’s A Wonderful Life: George Bailey’s Revelations Give Us All Hope

This time of year, many put the movie “It’s a Wonderful Life” on their “must watch” list. We watch it because it brings us joy; but the heart-warming themes in this holiday classic also give us much food for thought on the value of life.

How Medically Assisted Suicide Went Wrong in Canada

The Canadian government has postponed the expansion of MAiD for individuals with mental illness by a year. This decision brought forth numerous reports highlighting known abuses of MAiD.

NewsNH Coalition for Suicide PreventionDecember 12, 2023MAiD., Canada, suicide, Physician - Assisted Suicide

Legislative Update from the NH Coalition for Suicide Prevention

The potential impact on populations already vulnerable to suicide – for example, people with disabilities, people with brain injuries, and Veterans suffering from TBI and other chronic conditions – is alarming.

Legislative UpdateNH Coalition for Suicide PreventionDecember 11, 2023

Is California’s assisted suicide law fair to people with disabilities?

Lawsuit filed against state officials over End-of-Life Option Act

News, LegislationNH Coalition for Suicide PreventionDecember 4, 2023end-of-life, suicide risk

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