In the Media

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March 30, 2019 Editorial: Progress on Suicides. The Buffalo News credited the work of the Suicide Prevention Coalition of Erie County for the recent decline in people who have died by suicide in Erie County.  “Just as Erie County had made progress in reducing the number of opioid overdose deaths, county health officials are to be commended for their suicide prevention efforts.” We can all help prevent suicide. We are grateful to The News Editorial Board for their recognition of our efforts.

September 4, 2018 Raising of Hope Flag Ceremony & press conference to kick-off Suicide Prevention Awareness Week in Erie County.

June 12, 2018 As part of WBFO’s Mental Health Initiative, Eileen Buckley held a discussion about how mental health and the stigma surrounding it has been changing over the years.  Dr. Celia Spacone, Coordinator of the Suicide Prevention Coalition of Erie County, was a panelist.

March 2, 2016 In Rural Western New York, Crucial Suicide Prevention Efforts Underway. By Danny Spewak, WGRZ.

March 1, 2016 The Journey – Stories of Crisis and Hope. Coalition Coordinator Olivia Retallack and Coalition member Lisa Boehringer join host Jessica Pirro to discuss suicide prevention and education, and information about healing after losing someone to suicide.

October 2015 During Suicide Prevention Week 2015, the Suicide Prevention Coalition hosted an event for Primary Care providers at the Darwin Martin House. The event had over 70 attendees ranging from physicians, nurse practitioners to social workers. Buffalo Healthy Living Magazine joined us for this exciting event. Read more about the Role of Primary Care Physicians in Preventing Suicide on page 39 of the issue.

June 5, 2015 Suicide: Ending the Stigma. By WGRZ Staff.