Anti sucide message getting through as figures drop
The number of people who took their own life in Ireland has reduced from 525 in 2011 to 507 last year. Joan Freeman of Pieta House says that while we're on the right track in tackling suicide - there's still a long way to go. She's opening a new centre in Bishopstown on December 9th which will provide a free and confidential service to those in need. Speaking to Cork's RedFM Joan says it's difficult to fully record the number of suicides every year: Press PLAY button above to listen to the audio
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