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Global Reference List of 100 Core Health Indicators, 2015
The Global Reference List of 100 Core Health Indicators is a standard set of 100 indicators prioritized by the global community to provide concise information on the health situation and trends, including responses at national and global levels.
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Guyana: mental illness, witchcraft, and the highest suicide rate in the world
Stigma against mental illness and a lack of psychiatrists means the small South American country has to work hard to protect those at risk.
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First winners of the new Jim Birley Scholarships
The winners of the 2015 Jim Birley Scholarships are Anka Jgenti from Georgia and Charlene Sunkel from South Africa.
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The Ministry of Public Health Launches the Mental Health and Substance Use Strategy for Lebanon
The Ministry of Public Health of Lebanon, in collaboration with the World Health Organization, UNICEF, and International Medical Corps, launched the Mental Health and Substance Use Prevention, Promotion, and Treatment Strategy for Lebanon to ensure accessibility of high quality mental healthcare to all populations in Lebanon. Shared by Rabih El Chammay , collaborative member of the Gulbenkian Global Mental Health Platform.
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International Master in Mental Health Policy and Services - 6th Edition
The International Master in Mental Health Policy and Services, promoted by NOVA University of Lisbon, is accepting applications for its 6th edition (2015-2017).