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Mental health
fromIrish Independent
5 days ago

Health campaigners urge people to heed five key messages on World Suicide Prevention Day

Ireland's suicide rate has declined significantly but young adult suicide remains high; support services and campaigns urge people to reach out and use available resources.
fromFast Company
1 week ago

This iconic PSA helped 1 million people quit smoking. The CDC just killed it

Launched in 2012, the "Tips From Former Smokers" public service announcements featured testimonials from real-life former smokers who shared their personal experiences. Their heartfelt calls to action encouraged viewers that they could quit too, like the message from Terrie, a North Carolina woman who spoke with the assistance of an electronic voice box. The former smokers in the PSAs opened up about health issues that resulted from years of smoking: cancer, gum disease, heart disease, HIV complications, and stroke. They were convincing.
Public health
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