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Charity founder's son wrote 'fight for mental health' in letter before he died
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August 29, 2024
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12:04Now PlayingSuicide continues to be the biggest killer of men under 50 and women under 35.
Baton of Hope is a suicide prevention charity, which is planning its second tour of the UK to help raise awareness of the issue.
Founder Mike McCarthy started campaigning after he lost his 31-year-old son Ross to suicide in February 2021 while Ellie Scott's best friend Georgia took her own life in 2017 - they both spoke to Sky's Matt Barbet.
Anyone feeling emotionally distressed or suicidal can call Samaritans for help on 116 123 or email jo@samaritans.org in the UK. In the US, call the Samaritans branch in your area or 1 (800) 273-TALK.
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