Suicide Prevention

  • You’re Invited to the Annual Spring Meeting

    One Simple Step For A Healthier Community We hope you can join the Healthy Marathon County Board and Action Teams at our Annual Spring Meeting! Friday, April 19th 7:30am-10am 212 River Drive, Wausau More information is coming soon! RSVP at…

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  • Marathon County Board of Supervisors Pass “Healthiest” Resolution

    On June 19th, the Marathon County Board of Supervisors passed a resolution calling for Marathon County to become the healthiest county in Wisconsin. Currently, Marathon County holds the rank of 24th. Taking the findings from the most recent LIFE Report,…

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  • Study: Nearly a quarter of US suicide victims intoxicated at time of death

    (from FOX News) A large-scale study has found that nearly a quarter of U.S. suicide victims are legally intoxicated when they die.  These victims are also much more likely than their sober counterparts to commit suicide by violent means such…

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  • LIFE Report Released~Unemployment, Alcohol & Other Drug Misuse, Obesity, Child Development, & Basic Needs Lead Top Priorities

     In case you missed it…United Way of Marathon County is pleased to announce the release of the 2011-2013LIFE report. This is an excellent resource for local data. Copies are available at the United Way office (137 River Dr, Wausau), or…

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