A PORT Stephens man, 43, was taken to John Hunter Hospital on Monday afternoon after attempting to harm himself.
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Police, ambulance and fire crews were called to a Port Stephens caravan park about 12.20pm on May 25 on reports a man attempted self harm with a knife, a NSW Ambulance spokeswoman said.
The man was treated to on scene and taken to the Newcastle hospital shortly after 1pm.
Port Stephens police Inspector Guy Flaherty said the incident was mental health related and charges were not expected to be laid.
"Remember, if you're in a bad way to call Lifeline or beyondblue," he said.
For help, phone Lifeline on 13 11 14 or visit lifeline.org.au or MensLine Australia on 1300 789 978 or mensline.org.au. For help with depression, contact beyondblue on 1300 22 4636 or beyondblue.org.au.
