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Mental health awareness and suicide prevention is the message behind this clothing line’s storefront.

A crucial conversation continues around men’s mental health and suicide prevention. Dr. Duncan Shields is a Psychologist and U.B.C. Professor, and he discusses some of the important studies going on, especially with first responders.

Movember takes place every November but it’s also an important time to have conversations around men’s mental health and suicide prevention. Dr. Duncan Shields, a psychologist, advocate and UBC professor, joins Sonia Sunger to talk about the importance of men’s mental health support.

September marks Suicide Prevention Month in Canada. While overall suicide rates are stabilizing, teenage girls continue to see a troubling rise. Jake Ernst, Clinical Director at Straight Up Health, joins Miranda Anthistle to discuss what’s behind these numbers and how to support those in crisis.

We check in with Seana Jewer, Nova Scotia Health’s coordinator of the Roots of Hope program, to talk more about the importance of community suicide prevention.

Sept. 10th marks World Suicide Prevention Day. The hope is to change the narrative on suicide creating environments where people can speak up and seek help. As health reporter Katherine Ward reports, suicide is a concern around the globe and here in Canada.

As we approach the International Day for People Impacted by Suicide Loss, we speak with CMHA NS Division’s suicide prevention coordinator, Ashley Burns, to remind Nova Scotians that help is available in many forms—from friends and family, support groups, or one’s community.

WATCH: Movember Canada director of development Mitch Hermansen says Movember is Canada’s largest men’s health charity. They strive to support and raise awareness around health issues impacting men including prostate and testicular cancer, mental health, and suicide prevention.

The family of a Nova Scotia woman who was the victim of intimate partner violence is speaking out with the hopes of preventing future tragedies. As Megan King reports, there have been three murder-suicides in Nova Scotia over the last three weeks – and all the homicide victims have been women.

In just a few days, Movember will kick off. It is a worldwide fundraiser focusing on men’s health, from suicide prevention to prostate and testicular cancer. Casar Sanabrina, someone who signs up every year to help raise money, joined us on Globla News Morning Edmonton to talk about the campaign.

Today marks World Suicide Prevention Day, and experts say talking about mental health struggles can alleviate the stigma and make it easier to get support.

Communities across Canada and the world come together for World Suicide Prevention Day. For advice on supporting those struggling, Peel Children’s Aid CEO Mary Beth Moellenkamp speaks with Candace Daniel.

We speak with members of CMHA NS and clinical therapist Veronica Marshall-Bernard to learn more about a free virtual event called From Grief to Growth which outlines how Veronica’s loss inspired a career in suicide prevention.

Northern Saskatchewan communities and the FSIN are pushing both the provincial and federal governments for funding towards suicide prevention. Brenden Purdy reports.

Medicine Hat is reeling after several young men died by suicide. Jenna Freeman talks with affected families and an expert on how to best prevent these tragedies. If you are struggling, you can reach out to Health Link at 811 or the Mental Health Help Line at 1-877-303-2642 in Alberta.

Carl Nassib, who plays defensive end for the National Football League’s Las Vegas Raiders, stated in a video posted on his Instagram account Monday that he’s gay, making him the first openly gay active player in the NFL. He announced he’s donating $100,000 to the Trevor Project, a suicide prevention service for LGBTQ+ youth in...

A new report into youth mental health and suicide prevention is calling on the provincial government to better prepare hospital staff to deal with young people in crisis. As Tim Roszell reports, that’s one of ten early recommendations after the death of Lexi Daken earlier this year.

September 10 marks suicide awareness day—an important day to show commitment and action to prevent suicide worldwide. One mother has turned her grief into action. Amber Fryday has more.

We talk with Catherine De Vaal, a Nova Scotian impacted by suicide, who recently biked from Greenwood, NS to Guelph, ON to raise awareness about suicide prevention. Friday, September 10 is World Suicide Prevention Day, a chance to promote understanding about suicide: those impacted by a suicide attempt or loss, family or friends, organizations, professionals,...

The Movember campaign challenges men across Quebec and Canada to grow a moustache to raise awareness and funds for prostate cancer, testicular cancer, mental health and suicide prevention. Global’s Laura Casella has the details.