Ahead of the launch of a new documentary exploring suicide, grief and healing in Kenya, Patricia Kombo reflects on her experiences researching the film....
To mark World Mental Health Day on 10 October, CPSP has released its official trailer for a new documentary exploring the hidden impact of suicide on individuals and communities in Kenya.
Warning: this article discusses suicide, which some people may find distressing. To find a local helpline, please visit www.findahelpline.com
The government of Bangladesh has ordered a 6-month phase-out of a deadly pesticide, which has been linked to hundreds of deaths every year.
Warning: this article discusses self-harm, which some people may find distressing. To find a local helpline, please visit www.findahelpline.com
A nationwide ban has been announced on a highly controversial and deadly pesticide in India.
Warning: this article discusses suicide, which some people may find distressing. To find a local helpline, please visit www.findahelpline.com
One in four suicides in rural areas of Taiwan were the result of pesticide poisoning prior to 2018, with one highly toxic pesticide accounting for a significant share of deaths, according to a new study.
Warning: this article discusses suicide, which some people may find distressing. To find a local helpline, please visit www.findahelpline.com
To mark World Suicide Prevention Day 2026, the Centre for Pesticide Suicide Prevention has launched an online campaign to celebrate and recognise the important role of pesticide regulators.
Warning: this article discusses suicide, which some people may find distressing. To find a local helpline, please visit www.findahelpline.com
This World Suicide Prevention Day, Professor Michael Eddleston shines a light on the vital but often overlooked work of pesticide regulators, who are making one of the biggest contributions to global suicide prevention.
Warning: this article discusses suicide, which some people may find distressing. To find a local helpline, please visit www.findahelpline.com
A new project has taken an important first step towards closing Indonesia’s evidence gap on pesticide suicides and supporting coordinated action across health and agriculture.
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A new study has found that seven in 10 pesticide poisoning cases recorded at selected hospitals in Tanzania result from intentional poisoning.
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Following a wave of pesticide bans across Africa, Dr Hellen Mbaya examines the problem of pesticide poisoning, whether the bans will work, and if more are likely to follow.