[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 154 (Tuesday, September 24, 2019)]
[House]
[Pages H7891-H7892]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        SUICIDE PREVENTION MONTH

  (Mr. SPANO asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. SPANO. Madam Speaker, I rise today to highlight that September is

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National Suicide Prevention Month. This is not an easy subject to talk 
about, especially since each person's circumstances differ. Yet, as the 
number 10 cause of death in the U.S., it is vital that people 
understand the issues concerning suicide and mental health so that 
anyone can help a person in crisis.
  That is the focus of the advocacy message surrounding National 
Suicide Prevention Month this year, which is ``Be the one to.'' Be the 
one to, because we can all follow the five action steps to make an 
impact on someone's life:
  Be the one to ask.
  Be the one to keep them safe.
  Be the one to be there.
  Be the one to help them connect.
  Be the one to follow up.
  The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline website also provides tips 
to better identify potential warning signs before applying these five 
steps, as well as other resources.
  For those in crisis, know that you are not alone and help is 
available. The lifeline is run 24/7 and can be reached at 1-800-273-
8255.

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