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Suicide related death on the increase according to Discovery


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Some of the scary revelations that came out of the Discovery Group Risk claims data for the 2023 year, for the 12 months ending on 30 June 2023 shows that suicide related deaths have increased by 54% compared to previous Covid-levels. The report goes on to say that the biggest increases come from member under the age of 40. The under 30 age group is also showing an increase. The suspicion is that it may be as a result of economic pressure.

Guest: Guy Chennells - General Manager and Head of Product at Discovery Employee Benefits 

Guest: Tracy Feinstein - Call Center manager for the South African Depression and Anxiety Group will speak on behalf of SADAG as she'll be able to talk about the pattern and common calls received by SADAG

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