Educational Evening on Suicide Prevention
A 90 minute workshop
at PGMC Watford General Hospital
on Wednesday 13th February 2019
6.45pm for 7.15pm
Did you know that:-
In 2015, 20% of people who completed suicide visited their GP in the week before their death and all of these appointments discussed mental health issues.
The session will focus on:
Recognising the signs of suicidal ideation
Latest information and statistics in relation to suicide
Practical steps in supporting an individual and safety planning
Reflection on personal attitudes and professional approach
Signposting information
Increasing confidence in managing suicide risk
Meeting is Free and Certificates are available for appraisal and CPD etc.
There will be a light buffet from 18.45 with the talks starting at approx 19.15
The meeting will definitely finish by 21:00 !
If you would like to attend please e-mail Phyl.OGarro@whht.nhs.uk as this helps with catering and preparation of certificates etc.
Please also invite your trainees and medical students as they are very welcome.
Hannah Cowling and Sundeept Bhalara On behalf of the West Herts and Watford Medical Society
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