Suicide in Mozambique

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Suicide in Mozambique is a significant national social issue due to its high rate. Mozambique is also Africa's most suicide-prone area.^[1] According to a report published by World Health Organization published in 2012, 1.52% of all deaths in the country are caused by suicide.^[2]^[3]

References

↑ "Mozambique 'No 1 suicide nation in Africa'". eNCa. Retrieved 31 January 2016.
↑ "Suicide in Mozambique". Retrieved 31 January 2016.
↑ "Suicide in Mozambique: evidence from 10 years mortuary data from forensic services at Maputo Central Hospital, Maputo city" (PDF). Injury prevention. Retrieved 31 January 2016.

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