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Booklet launched to combat "suicide crisis" and increase in rural isolation

Produced with Pieta House and the Irish Countrywomen’s Association, it is aimed at helping individuals to recognise the signs of suicidal behaviour.

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May 27th 2014, 11:31 AM

# Suicide

Government is 'ignoring suicide crisis' says Pieta House founder

Joan Freeman says that suicide is a “warm blanket used by our politicians during the cold days of campaigning, only to be shrugged off when elected”.

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Apr 9th 2014, 3:16 PM

# Galway

Community and a secret millionaire help Pieta House open in Tuam

Pieta House West opened its doors yesterday, thanks to the hard work of a lot of people.

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Dec 3rd 2013, 6:45 AM

# Suicide

Eight men died by suicide every week in 2011

The CSO figures for 2011 show that 80 per cent of suicides are carried out by men.

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Oct 4th 2013, 7:41 PM

# mind our men

Fighting suicide in Ireland: "What stops people from reaching out is fear"

Pieta House has launched the Mind Our Men campaign

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Mar 30th 2013, 8:45 AM

# darkness into light

Pieta House event shows light at end of darkness

The Pieta House Darkness into Light 5km walk/run will take place this month to raise money for those who are suicidal or self-harming. It starts at 4am, bringing participants from the dark into the light.

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May 5th 2012, 7:45 AM