In Chile, the Santiago metropolitan area is launching a suicide prevention program. Two million dollars are released and could help nearly a million people in the 52 municipalities of Greater Santiago.
People in crisis will be able, through an online conversation, to discuss with health professionals. Two prevention centres will also be opened and families will be can benefit from support if one of their loved ones has committed suicide. Chile is the 6th country in Latin America with the highest suicide rate and mental health is one of the major causes.