Firearm and Medication Safety Saves Lives
Simple steps can help prevent tragedy. Learn how secure storage and responsible ownership of your firearms, ammunition, and medications can protect your loved ones and reduce the risk of suicide.
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At the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, we understand that life's challenges can sometimes be difficult. Whether you're facing mental health struggles, emotional distress, alcohol or drug use concerns, or just need someone to talk to, our caring counselors are here for you.
You are not alone.
Resources to Download
When Firearm Safety and Safe Storage is Your Goal
Leftover Medications: How to Dispose of Them Safely
University of Utah: Medication Disposal
4 Simple Steps to a
Medication-Safe Home
Take Meds Seriously
Know Your Script
Firearm Safe Storage for Suicide Prevention
Video Resources
Locking Up My Gun Saved My Life - Live On Utah
Message to Parents, From Your Teens - Live On Utah
10 Minutes Can Save a Life - Live On Utah
Watching Someone's Gun Isn't Complicated - Live On Utah
Medication Safety & Storage - Live On Utah
Simple Actions That Can Save a Life
Lock
Store guns safely and securely when not in use. Change your gun locks if necessary, and make sure the keys and combination aren't accessible.
Limit
Lock guns and ammo separately, or don't keep ammunition in the home at all. Ask to temporarily keep the keys to any gun of a friend who is struggling.
Remove
Temporarily store firearms off site until the situation improves, perhaps at a friend or relative's house. Gun shops and law enforcement may offer storage options.
A suicidal crisis
is often brief
People who are admitted to a hospital after an attempt were asked how long they'd been thinking about suicide before the attempt...
48% said 10 minutes or less.
Most people who become suicidal have struggled with ongoing, underlying problems. But the movement from suicidal idea to action is sometimes rapid.
Understanding Firearm Suicide in Utah
Firearms are a part of life for many Utah families. This report offers practical data on firearm-related deaths—especially suicide—to help lawmakers, gun owners, and advocates create prevention strategies that reflect local values and community strengths.