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Colombia launches 'Golden Code' program to boost suicide prevention and mental health care
The Colombian government has introduced the "Golden Code" strategy, a nationwide plan to strengthen prevention, detection and treatment of suicidal behavior. The program sets priority protocols for emergency rooms, hospitalisation and outpatient services, and uses specialised tools to identify early warning signs.
It also provides tele‑orientation mental‑health services and continuous case follow‑up, linking health authorities with schools, universities, workplaces, sports venues and community organisations to build coordinated support networks and improve access to care.
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Colombia · Colombian Ministry of Health · Colombian educational institutions · Golden Code · local authorities
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- [● 3 SOURCES] The strategy includes specialised tools to identify early signs of suicidal behavior. diariodelcauca.com.co · www.diariodelsur.com.co · www.hsbnoticias.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] The goal is to improve access to mental‑health services and reduce barriers for people in crisis. diariodelcauca.com.co · www.diariodelsur.com.co · www.hsbnoticias.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] The program provides tele‑orientation mental‑health services. diariodelcauca.com.co · www.diariodelsur.com.co · www.hsbnoticias.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] The program establishes priority protocols for emergency services, hospitalisation and outpatient consultation for people at risk of suicide. diariodelcauca.com.co · www.diariodelsur.com.co · www.hsbnoticias.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] Continuous case follow‑up will be offered to provide ongoing support. diariodelcauca.com.co · www.diariodelsur.com.co · www.hsbnoticias.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] The 'Golden Code' aims to create community support networks across schools, universities, workplaces, sports venues and community organisations. diariodelcauca.com.co · www.diariodelsur.com.co · www.hsbnoticias.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] The initiative coordinates health entities, educational institutions, social organisations and local authorities. diariodelcauca.com.co · www.diariodelsur.com.co · www.hsbnoticias.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] The Colombian government launched the 'Golden Code' strategy to strengthen suicide prevention, detection and care nationwide. diariodelcauca.com.co · www.diariodelsur.com.co · www.hsbnoticias.com