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Individuals calling the national suicide prevention lifeline from a 671-area code will now be connected to the nearest available crisis center, Guam Behavioral Health and Wellness Center, and not a center in Hawaii, according to a news release.
The network, or 1-800-273-TALK (8255), is a free and confidential service for those in emotional distress or suicidal crisis.
“Guam s crisis hotline has seen an increase of calls by over 2000% during this public health emergency, said Theresa Arriola, director of Guam Behavioral Health and Wellness Center. Unfortunately, those who called the 1-800 number before today were unable to be connected to someone on Guam. Thankfully, now they will be.