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Washington’s suicide rate rose in 2025

New data from the state Department of Health reveals more than 1,300 residents died by suicide in 2025, an increase of 1% over the previous year.

Although Washington saw more deaths by suicide, more people also called the statewide 988 mental health hotline seeking help.

People having suicidal thoughts can call the crisis line at 988.

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Anna Hull is an intern at KNKX. She previously interned at The Olympian and served as the news editor of The Daily, UW's student newspaper.