NEWBERRY SC (WOLO) – The Third Annual Ritz Fest, supporting the Jason Foundation is planned for January 31 and February 1 in Newberry. You can learn more about the weekend and the Foundation HERE. Categories: Digital Exclusives and Features Tags: jason foundation, music festival, ritz fest, Suicide, tyler ryan
Columbia, SC (WOLO) — A bill that started in January plans to make treatment easier for veterans in crisis. ‘The Compact Act’ gives veterans at risk of suicide a chance to get no-cost emergency care at any hospital, while also covering inpatient care and outpatient care for a limited time. Any veteran considering suicide may dial 9-8-8 for help. Categories:…
On Patrol Live captured the moments of Cpl. Kenny Fitzsimmons rescuing a man who was sitting on the edge of a bridge in Columbia.
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) – Local doctors are discussing the impact of COVID-19 pandemic on mental health in the community. A group of Prisma Health psychiatrists are sharing the symptoms and possible solutions for those struggling with their mental health. According to Prisma Health, adults, children, and the elderly have seen an uptick in mental health needs due to the pandemic….
A bill that would require South Carolina middle and high schools and colleges to print the number of the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline on student identification cards is on its way to the governor’s desk. Both the House and Senate unanimously approved the proposal.
Clemson University gets ready to host their 4th suicide prevention walk on the schools campus.
