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April Quick attempted to get her child, Ash Haffner, into treatment for depression, but poor insurance and lack of money foiled her attempts.
Posted inChildren's Health, Featured, Mental Health, Public Health

Youth Suicide: What Parents Should Know

by Editor October 6, 2016October 6, 2016

Watch for these warning signs, and don’t be afraid to ask for help. Editor’s Note: This is the last in a four-part series examining youth suicide in North Carolina. If you need help, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. By Andrew Rhew April Quick knew her oldest child, Ash Haffner, was struggling with […]

Posted inChildren's Health, Featured, Mental Health, Public Health

Youth Suicide: Out of Balance

by Editor October 5, 2016October 6, 2016
Posted inChildren's Health, Featured, Mental Health, Public Health

Youth Suicide: At Greater Risk

by Editor October 4, 2016October 6, 2016
A photo from Ash's tumblr page.
Posted inChildren's Health, Featured, Mental Health, Public Health

Youth Suicide: ‘All the Little Things Start Seeming Like Big Things’

by Editor October 3, 2016October 6, 2016
Map of NC Methamphetamine Lab Seizures, 2011
Posted inFeatured, Prescription Drugs, State Health Policy

New Tracking System Netting More Meth Labs in 2012

by Rose Hoban February 23, 2012October 19, 2021

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