• PREVENTING SUICIDE

    PREVENTING SUICIDE

    Suicide is the intentional act of ending one’s life. It is estimated by the World Health Organization that a person loses their life to suicide every 40 seconds. For every suicide, there are many more people who attempt suicide. This indicates that suicide is a public health problem which affects families, communities and the nationRead more
  • HELP! I FEEL DEPRESSED

    HELP! I FEEL DEPRESSED

    If you feel overwhelmed and like life is not worth living, it is important to know that you are not alone. Help is available and it is okay to talk about your feelings. There are many factors which may affect the health of a person at any time. There are many thoughts which may passRead more
  • WHAT IS DEPRESSION?

    WHAT IS DEPRESSION?

    Depression is a common mood disorder, with an estimated 300 million people suffering from this condition across all ages globally. It is a serious medical condition and a leading cause of disability, if left untreated, can lead to suicide. Depression may be defined as constant feelings of sadness, withdrawal to self, hopelessness, loss or angerRead more
  • WHAT IS OSTEOPOROSIS?

    WHAT IS OSTEOPOROSIS?

    Bone and joint conditions are the most common cause of severe long-term pain and physical disability worldwide affecting millions of people. Rheumatic and Musculoskeletal Diseases, which include osteoporosis, arthritis, back pain, can affect people of all ages and if not treated appropriately, daily activities such as walking are affected – reducing quality of life. OneRead more

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