There were lots of interesting things happening in the area of mental health last month (October 2021), the highlight of which was the World Mental Health Day that falls on Oct 10 each year. I was recently called to a meeting with the Health Minister, during which he showed great concern about mental health issues. Expanding insurance coverage to mental healthcare services is important because mental health problems increase the risk of medical problems like heart disease. Our Health Minister, who was a great advocate of mental health before he joined the Cabinet, was unanimously elected vice-president of the World Health Assembly to be held in Geneva, Switzerland, next May (2022). The heady days for mental health in the month of October (2021) also ended with a crowning glory.

Source: The Star November 08, 2021 16:56 UTC