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NEW STUDY REVEALS HIGHER RATE OF SUICIDE IN THE REGIONS

New data has revealed, rural residents are at a much higher risk of taking their own life, than those in the cities.

A report released by University of Newcastle researchers reveals a person’s chance of seeking help decreases, the more remotely they live.

The statistics show the suicide rate in rural areas is 11 per cent higher than the national average.

Manual labourers have been shown as a high risk group, as well as youth.

If you, or anyone you know, requires urgent help – contact Lifeline on 13 11 14.

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Isobella Evans

Isobella Evans is a journalist with NBN News in Newcastle. After discovering a love for writing in primary school, Bella went on to complete a Bachelor of Communication at the University of Newcastle in 2018. She enjoyed a series of internships, including a gig at the Royal Easter Show, before receiving a position at NBN's Tamworth bureau, where she worked for almost three years before moving to the company's Newcastle office in 2021.

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