Befrienders concerned over rising suicide rate


KOTA KINABALU: With news of three recorded suicides in the city within the past three months, Befrienders Kota Kinabalu has expressed deep concern and a wish to work with the Government and interest groups to address the issue of mental health.

Befrienders Kota Kinabalu chair­­­man Datin Seri Siti Rubiah Abd Samad said they were saddened by the news of the suicides and felt it was important for the Govern­­ment, individuals and others to prioritise mental health.

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