If you or someone else is in danger now
Blackstone Health Services is not an emergency or crisis-response service. Please do not wait for a reply from us.
Emergency numbers in Malawi
Emergency lines in Malawi are not always reliable. If your call does not connect, go in person to the nearest hospital or police station. Outside Malawi, call your local emergency number.
Get help immediately if someone
- Has harmed themselves or is talking about ending their life
- Is threatening to harm someone else
- Is confused, hearing or seeing things others do not, and cannot keep themselves safe
- Has taken an overdose or a harmful substance
- Is in a situation where they are not safe from another person
- Seems to you to be at risk, even if you are not sure
While you get help
Stay with them if it is safe
Keep the person company and keep talking calmly. Do not leave them alone if you believe they may act on thoughts of harm.
Remove obvious dangers
If you can do so safely, move medicines, sharp objects or other means of harm out of reach.
Get to emergency care
Call for an ambulance or take the person to the nearest hospital. Bring any medication they have taken.
When the immediate danger has passed
Ongoing support can make a real difference after a crisis. When you are safe, you are welcome to contact us about therapy, or we can help you think about what other care may be needed.