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June 30, 2011
Stigma: the silent epidemic

I attended Blokes Day a few Sundays ago  at Clarendon showground.  The event had a lot of drawcards aimed to attract men – vintage engines, motorcycles, trucks, tools and more.  The underlying point was to draw men and their families in and bring them into contact with information and services around the issue of men’s health. However it seems that even in this day and age there are still some 'taboos' in our society.

May 20, 2011
Study examines impact of suicide on families

Families that have lost a loved one through suicide are encouraged to participate in a study by Dr Kath Peters of UWS which explores the experiences of the bereaved when dealing with government and other agencies.

Families that have lost a loved one through suicide are encouraged to participate in a study which explores the experiences of the bereaved when dealing with government and other agencies.