And if we break down the regional effect into local authorities, the map of rates shows more variation. Now we see high suicide rates in coastal towns & rural areas. The country’s highest rates in places like Redcar, Torbay & Blackpool. Map: OHID, red=high.

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Like others, we are concerned more pupils are being excluded from school – with 2022/23 being the highest number on record. This includes a staggering 58% rise in exclusions of primary age pupils. Last year, we looked to address this issue 👇 place2be.org.uk/about-us/news-…

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It’s day two of the second test match between England and the West Indies, we revisit an interview with Sir Andrew Strauss on the importance of research and the role of Podium, in working towards preventing and reducing injury in sport 🏏 #MoreSportLessInjury

#MentalHealth is still an afterthought in many countries. Marginalized groups often face the greatest barriers to care, including stigma and discrimination. World Health Organization (WHO) is supporting countries to make mental health services more accessible and effective, by integrating them into

Very useful information from Nuffield Trust showing reduction in public health grant since 2016. Notable mental health services have had very slight increase overall but for such a large proportion of health need, it’s clear we’re barely closer to ‘parity’ than 5 years ago

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An introduction to Jazz in 25 records. A thread🧵 The following list offers an excellent starting point for any music enthusiast seeking exploration... 1. Miles Davis – Kind of Blue

This is the problem that worries me most. We need more analysis to understand its causes and to come up with solutions. The PISA data show that our performance is also shocking compared to nearly all other countries.

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Read this before commenting on boxers and their sex. Especially Doctors on my timeline. h/t Ruchi Angrish (She/Her/Hers)

Great to see Scottish Rugby explore new bio-banding as a strategy to help address maturity associated selection biases in youth rugby, will be interesting to see how this plays out, well done Andy Boyd (He/Him) 👏🏉🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

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Hello this is Nigel Nigel Henderson 🟢🟪💛 , Gregor’s brother. It is with great sadness that I am sharing that Gregor died peacefully on Frida. He was an inspirational leader and champion for mental health. Much loved husband, father, grandfather and brother. Our hearts are💔