Seeing the similarities: Applying a coherent lens to harmful products as drivers of suicide
June 10, 2026
An essay highlighting the urgent need to address inconsistencies in tackling the commercial drivers of suicide.
Author: CPSP
World Health Assembly side-event recognises pesticide suicide as a global problem
June 4, 2026
The urgent need to prevent pesticide suicides took centre stage at a side-event during the 79th World Health Assembly in Geneva.
World Health Assembly side-event highlights evidence-based solutions for suicide prevention
June 3, 2026
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’.
New evidence shows urgent need to regulate deadly pesticide in Bangladesh
June 3, 2026
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*.
Andhra Pradesh introduces temporary ban on deadly pesticide
June 1, 2026
The Indian state of Andhra Pradesh has introduced a 60-day ban on the sale, distribution, and use of a highly toxic pesticide.
Global Alliance on Highly Hazardous Pesticides open for members
May 27, 2026
The Global Alliance on Highly Hazardous Pesticides (GAHHPs) is now accepting applications for membership.
Clinical and Laboratory Profile of Paraquat Poisoning: A Toxicological Crisis in Bangladesh
May 19, 2026
A study into cases of paraquat poisoning in Bangladesh, which found that cases of self-poisoning with paraquat are rising,
From dialogue to action: how an Indian state banned a deadly pesticide
May 18, 2026
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.
*Warning: This article discusses suicidal behaviour. If you have questions on self-harm or feel suicidal, use this link to find an international helpline.*
South Africa enacts ban on deadly pesticide
May 13, 2026
South Africa has officially banned terbufos, a highly hazardous pesticide linked to multiple deaths, following a government decision announced last year.
Myanmar and Telangana Take Action to Restrict Highly Hazardous Pesticides
April 14, 2026
The Government of Myanmar and the state government of Telangana in India have recently taken steps to restrict the use of highly hazardous pesticides.