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Local health authorities have announced that the “Cuida tu Salud Mental” hotline will extend its hours of operation starting 1 September 2024. The hotline, which provides mental health support, will then be available from 8am to 12am, seven days a week. Minister of Public Health Victor Atallah made the announcement together with First Lady Raquel Arbaje.
The hotline number is 809 200-1400. Specially-trained psychologists provide the attention.
The Ministry of Public Health explains the department is updating and creating new protocols for managing various mental health conditions, including depression in adults, substance abuse in children and adolescents, and autism spectrum disorder.
These protocols are being developed by technical committees composed of experts from diverse institutions.
Additionally, the Ministry explains it is working to...
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