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U.S. Transition to 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Begins July 16

  • Full Title:
    U.S. Transition to 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Begins July 16. The New Easy-to-Remember 3-Digit Number Provides Access to Suicide Prevention and Mental Health Crisis Services Nationwide
  • Document Type:
    News Release
  • Bureau(s):
    Wireline Competition
    Media Relations
    Office of Chairwoman Rosenworcel
  • Description
    On Saturday, July 16, the U.S. will transition the 10-digit National Suicide Prevention Lifeline to 988 – an easy-to-remember three-digit number for 24/7 crisis care

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  • Media Contact:
    Katie Gorscak, Katie.Gorscak@fcc.gov