Health boss wants reduction in suicide rate in Highland area
NHS Highland area has higher suicide rate than the Scottish average.
Source: johnogroat-journal.co.uk
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NHS Highland area has higher suicide rate than the Scottish average.
NHS Highland area has higher suicide rate than the Scottish average.
A greater focus is required on improving mental health and wellbeing and reducing suicide rates across Highland, according to an NHS Highland report.
Director for public health in the north Dr Tim Allison says a new public health approach is needed to help reduce suicide deaths.
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