The Prowers Medical Center Zero Suicide Committee hosted an informational table at the Memorial 5K on September 6, sharing educational materials on recognizing early warning signs of suicide and offering guidance for intervention. (Left to Right) Tresa Weir; Paula Appel; Dany Deines; Nisha Longoria and Rhonda Fleshman.

September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month — but at Prowers Medical Center, our hospital-wide commitment to identifying individuals at risk, ensuring their safety, and connecting them with compassionate care is a year- round effort.

Do you know someone showing these behaviors?
• Talking about wanting to die or feeling hopeless
• Withdrawing from friends, family, or activities
• Sudden modd swings or agitation
• Increased use of alcohol or drugs
• Giving away possessions or saying goodbye

If you recognize these symptoms consider the QPR Method:

Question – Ask directly “Are you thinking about suicide?”
Persuade – Listen with compassion and encourage them to accept help.
Refer – Connect them to a crisis line (988, call or text) or hospital.

Healthcare, at its heart, is about saving lives. When it comes to patient safety, the only acceptable number of losses is zero.

If you’ve already met your deductible, now is a great time to take care of those important procedures you’ve been putting off—such as a colonoscopy or an orthopedic procedure. We encourage you to call soon to schedule your appointment so we can find a time that works best for you.