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The University Daily Kansan
Oct 23, 2006
David Linhardt and Erin Castenada
KU Public Safety officers responded to what radio dispatchers called a possible suicidal drug overdose early Monday morning in Hashinger Hall.
An 18-year-old KU student ingested at least 42 anti-depressants about 6:30 a.m., prompting a Hashinger resident assistant to call for help.
Police radio dispatch reported the student was conscious but shaking. The student was taken by ambulance to Lawrence Memorial Hospital about 8:30 a.m.
Capt. Schuyler Bailey, KU Public Safety Office spokesman, confirmed the possible overdose but declined to classify it as a suicide attempt. Officers do not diagnose medical emergencies, Bailey said.