About us
The Zero Suicide Alliance (ZSA) is a collaboration of National Health Service trusts, charities, businesses and individuals who are all committed to suicide prevention in the UK and beyond. We are an alliance of people and organisations coming together around one basic principle: Suicide is preventable
29 June 2020
New website maps England’s suicide risks and provides guidance on reducing them
A major free online resource, designed to help reduce suicide, suicidal thoughts and behaviour has been launched by the Zero Suicide Alliance. The new ZSA Resources site will support government, councils and NHS bodies target services and investment to create mentally healthier communities.
The website aims to provide a one-stop-shop for best practice in suicide prevention and has been developed with the support of the Health Innovation Network and the Mental Health Foundation.
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Happy belated birthday to the #NHS. Yesterday marked 72 years since the NHS was established. Our national health service is priceless and shouldn't be taken for granted. Here's to another 72+ years! #ZSA #NHSorganisation #NHSbirthday
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In childhood the foundations of a person’s health outcomes, including suicide risk, are laid. Bullying, abuse, neglect or being in care can lead to poor mental health and suicidal thoughts. Visit the ZSA Resources site to see the risk level in your area bit.ly/2NJKkQN
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A joint statement endorsed by @samaritans @Zer0Suicide @AfterSuicideUK @ThriveLDN regarding an inaccurate suicide statistic circulating on twitter this week. Further fact-checking information is available here: twitter.com/i/events/12777…
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Interesting feature on @vicderbyshire @BBCNews yesterday. Focusing on effects of #COVID19 and #lockdown on mental health and suicide. Need support during this time? Take our new Step Up Module for skills on how to cope with loneliness and isolation bit.ly/3gdKXhK
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It's ok not to be ok. Social isolation is as bad for your health as smoking 15 cigarettes a day. To combat this we need to improve support systems. If you or a loved one is struggling, take our Step Up Module to learn how to cope with the new normal bit.ly/3gdKXhK
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The ZSA is an NHS organisation hosted by @Mersey_Care and is proud to be an inclusive employer that champions diversity ️ #NHSvirtualpride #virtualpride #pridemonth
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Our mantra is that everyone, everywhere, can take action. In response to requests for accessible ‘Facts for Action’ we have developed with @mentalhealth a website that compares suicide risk factors in 9 regions & 152 local authorities zerosuicidealliance.com/ZSA-Resources #zsaresources
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The stresses of Coronavirus and lockdown has been tough for everyone. The ZSA have launched a brand new module to give you the skills to support someone who is struggling with loneliness and isolation. Take the training here: zerosuicidealliance.com/training #stepupmodule #letstalk
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Happy Father's Day to all the amazing Dads out there As Men's Health Week draws to a close we want to remind you to encourage the men in your life to talk about their feelings. Let's break the stigma once and for all, for future generations of men! zerosuicidealliance.com/training
