Groups meet to reduce rail suicide

The ongoing trauma suffered by train drivers involved in rail suicides is being highlighted in a hard-hitting new video.

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It comes as a new coalition of groups met in Melbourne to try to tackle suicide, the leading cause of death of men aged under 44.

Every year there are more than 100 rail suicides, and around 1000 attempts, leaving many drivers shattered.

Trackside is one group trying to prevent attempts, by identifying the worst level crossings.

Anyone seeking support and information about suicide prevention can contact Lifeline on 13 11 14.

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