Camp Lejeune holds suicide prevention event

CAMP LEJEUNE, NC (AP) — Camp Lejeune is providing resources to let Marines and their families know where to turn if they have suicidal thoughts.

The resources will be available at an event Thursday titled “Building the Warrior Within: Suicide Prevention Through Wellness.” The interactive event will be held at the Paradise Point Officers’ Club on the base.

Brynn Marr Hospital in Jacksonville is sponsoring the event, which includes demonstrations on subjects such as marriage enrichment and finances. The event Thursday is from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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