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Mental health action vital during COVID crisis

WebMental health action vital during COVID crisis. Sat, 05/16/2020 - 5:35am. IF action is not taken, the COVID-19 crisis will not only have a serious impact on physical …

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EDITORIAL: A mental health crisis Barbados Advocate

WebEDITORIAL: A mental health crisis. Tue, 03/30/2021 - 4:50am. IN February of this year, Barbados recorded two suspicious deaths suspected to be suicides in young …

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Mental health a priority Barbados Advocate

WebMental health a priority. Sun, 10/11/2020 - 6:03am. Manager of the National Council on Substance Abuse (NCSA), Betty Hunte says …

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EDITORIAL: Men, Mental Health and Suicide Barbados …

WebThe National Institute of Mental Health reported that as of 2018, suicide became the second leading cause of death in Black children and the third leading cause …

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Major HEALTH concern Barbados Advocate

WebBoyce: Barbadians must do more to prevent NCDs. BARBADIANS can easily avoid high health risk factors. This point was …

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Pandemic impacted health services for NCDs Barbados …

Webpandemic in the Americas, completed by 158 countries around the world, including 28 member states of the Pan American Health Organisation, during a four …

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Psychiatrist: Vaccinations vital in mental health battle

WebAchieving herd immunity is an important step in cleaning up the aftermath of the mental health disaster that COVID-19 has caused. This is the view of Dr. Ermine …

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EDITORIAL: Consider COVID-19 impact on mental health

WebTue, 05/19/2020 - 4:04am. THE COVID-19 pandemic is highlighting the need to urgently increase investments in services for mental health or instead risk a massive increase in …

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COVID impacting mental health Barbados Advocate

WebCOVID impacting mental health. Tue, 04/06/2021 - 5:00am. An international Adolescent Health Specialist says the prolonged nature of the COVID-19 pandemic, presents an opportunity to build new mental …

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Scaling up of mental health interventions key amidst …

WebA call has been made for the scaling up of proven mental health strategies and interventions that can assist persons whose mental health conditions have been brought about or exacerbated by the …

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Health promotion, education critical to change

WebOn the other hand, there is the evidence of the potential health benefits of reducing sugar sweetened beverage consumption, so some action is warranted just on …

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Health Ministry concerned about diabetes epidemic

WebThe diabetes epidemic in Barbados is linked to rising levels of obesity, which is of concern to the Ministry of Health. Acting Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Kenneth George, …

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EDITORIAL: Invest in mental health Barbados Advocate

WebEDITORIAL: Invest in mental health. Tue, 10/13/2020 - 4:55am. According to an article produced by the Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA), in the …

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BNA calls for safety and support of nurses dealing with COVID-19

WebThu, 03/26/2020 - 6:00am. The Barbados Nurses Association (BNA) is calling on the Ministry of Health & Wellness and by extension the Government of Barbados, to make …

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Ministry invests in mental health Barbados Advocate

WebMinistry invests in mental health. Sat, 04/08/2017 - 12:00am. By: Cara L. Foster. THE Ministry of Health has allocated just about $30.5 million to psychiatric care …

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Caribbean Wellness Day focuses on mental health

WebIn the Caribbean region, mental health disorders are a leading cause of disability and a major contributor to the burden of non-communicable diseases (NCDs). …

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EDITORIAL: Youth and mental health Barbados Advocate

WebIn our view, mental health is an important aspect of the youth experience that could stand to have more light shed on it, given the susceptibility of youth to be …

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Public health lab plays a vital role Barbados Advocate

WebHe spoke to this as he highlighted the important role public health laboratories play in the development of robust antimicrobial resistance surveillance …

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CASA launches Mental Health Crisis Hotline Barbados Advocate

WebThu, 10/07/2021 - 5:13am. The Centre for Counselling Addiction Support Alternatives (CASA) has officially launched a Mental Health Crisis Hotline, to assist persons who …

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Barbados praised for COVID-19 response Barbados Advocate

Webduring which Prime Minister Mottley along with Members of Cabinet and. the Government, took time to respond to questions and concerns from. Barbadians living …

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Challenges to safety and health in the workplace explored

WebChallenges to safety and health in the workplace explored. Mon, 05/03/2021 - 5:25am. Since the COVID-19 pandemic emerged, it has led governments, employers, …

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EDITORIAL: Health insurance a smart idea Barbados Advocate

WebEDITORIAL: Health insurance a smart idea. Wed, 04/08/2020 - 6:46am. Health insurance has always been criticized. Some people believe it is a waste of money …

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