On 18 May 2026, the Centre for Pesticide Suicide Prevention (CPSP) supported an official member state-led side-event at the 79th World Health Assembly in Geneva: ‘A Global Pursuit of Suicide Prevention: Turning Evidence into Action’.
A new study has revealed a significant rise in self-poisoning cases – and related deaths – from a highly toxic pesticide in Bangladesh.
*Warning: This article discusses means of self-harm and suicide. If you have questions on self-harm or feel suicidal, use this link to find an international helpline – www.findahelpline.com*.
The Indian state of Andhra Pradesh has introduced a 60-day ban on the sale, distribution, and use of a highly toxic pesticide.
The Global Alliance on Highly Hazardous Pesticides (GAHHPs) is now accepting applications for membership.
A study into cases of paraquat poisoning in Bangladesh, which found that cases of self-poisoning with paraquat are rising,
Following Telangana’s landmark decision earlier this year to introduce a temporary ban on paraquat — a highly hazardous pesticide — CPSP Project and Policy Officer Dhannya V. Sasi retraces the steps that led to this move and considers its potential impact.
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South Africa has officially banned terbufos, a highly hazardous pesticide linked to multiple deaths, following a government decision announced last year.
The Government of Myanmar and the state government of Telangana in India have recently taken steps to restrict the use of highly hazardous pesticides.
To mark this year’s World Health Day on Tuesday 7th April, the Centre for Pesticide Suicide Prevention (CPSP) has launched a new film trailer, highlighting its commitment to preventing pesticide suicides.
To mark International Women’s Day 2026, the Centre for Pesticide Suicide Prevention has launched an online campaign to celebrate some of the incredible women worldwide who are helping to prevent deaths from pesticide self-poisoning.