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Bans on highly toxic pesticides could be an effective way to save lives from suicide

Mental health, the mind and behaviour

Our World in Data (OWID)
Our World in Data (OWID)

Published September 01, 2025

  • Date (DD-MM-YYYY)

    07-09-2025 to 07-09-2026

    Available on-demand until 7th September 2026

  • Cost

    Free

  • Education type

    Article

  • CPD subtype

    On-demand

Description

Pesticide poisoning is a common method of suicide in many low- to middle-income countries. Banning highly toxic pesticides and substituting them with less fatal ones can save lives.

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