Family members and friends play a critical role in the prevention of suicide, which has been reported to be on the rise since the movement control order (MCO) was implemented following the Covid-19 outbreak, said Women, Family and Community Development Minister Rina Harun.

As such, she urged them to seek help from the Special Covid-19 Counselling Service Line by calling Talian Kasih at 15999 or WhatsApp 019-2615999, if any family member or a friend is going through depression...