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A retired two-star general who lost his command to a mental health crisis has rebuilt his life and now helps others navigate serious mental illness. Major General Gregg Martin turned his bipolar diagnosis into a mission to end stigma and promote recovery.
A father's patient, shame-free conversation about menstruation with his young sons is winning hearts online. His approach shows how teaching boys about periods early can help end stigma and build empathy.
A neurologist in India drives to remote villages with free stroke and epilepsy care, breaking stigmas one patient at a time. Since 2013, her Neurology on Wheels program has screened 12,000 people across 44 villages.
Fremantle Dockers player Nathan O'Driscoll is using his platform to break the silence on mental health struggles in professional sports. His honest message is inspiring teammates and fans to prioritize emotional wellbeing.
Mental health experts in Kenya are turning to digital solutions to reach the 25% of Kenyans affected by mental health conditions. Telepsychiatry could bridge the gap between patients and care, especially in remote areas where stigma and distance create barriers.
A groundbreaking opera premiering at UCLA tells the true story of renowned legal scholar Elyn Saks, who built a celebrated career while living with schizophrenia. The free performances celebrate resilience and challenge stigma around serious mental illness.
Mental health diagnoses among Hong Kong students have doubled in five years, but experts say it's good news. Parents are finally getting comfortable seeking help for their children.
A boarding school in Kenya welcomes teenage mothers with their babies, offering education free from stigma. Greenland Girls School proves that motherhood doesn't have to mean the end of learning.
Children with autism in Kilifi County, Kenya are getting better access to diagnosis and support through two new research projects bringing together healthcare workers and families. The initiatives are helping African children join global autism studies while reducing stigma in their communities.
Media entrepreneur Chude Jideonwo is breaking silence about living with Tourette syndrome after his doctor warned him not to speak publicly about it. His courage is helping change how neurological conditions are viewed across Africa.
A new movement in South Africa is fighting the hidden shame that keeps people from getting diabetes care. The Johannesburg Declaration commits to ending discrimination and treating patients with dignity instead of blame.
Community leaders in Uganda's Bugerere County are showing people living with HIV/AIDS they're not alone, delivering food, clothing, and medical supplies while fighting stigma. The initiative is renewing hope and strengthening support networks across the region.
Brad Snyder spent years hiding a childhood medical condition that affects up to 8% of newborns. By sharing his story publicly, he's helping break the silence around a common but rarely discussed health issue.
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For centuries, women in Cape Town's kitchens kept Kaaps alive against systematic stigmatization, transforming a language once dismissed as inferior into a proud symbol of cultural identity. Today, their linguistic legacy thrives across generations as a tool of empowerment and belonging.
Nigeria just introduced a twice-yearly HIV injection that could replace daily pills and help eliminate AIDS within six years. The breakthrough treatment, called Lenacapavir, offers new hope for millions while reducing stigma and improving care access.
After years of believing she was dangerous, 22-year-old Molly Lambert discovered her distressing thoughts were actually a rare form of OCD. Her decision to speak publicly is now helping thousands of others who suffer in silence.
Scientists used artificial intelligence to create a new compound that reduces opioid addiction in rats without the side effects or stigma of current treatments. The breakthrough could offer millions of people struggling with addiction a path to recovery that doesn't involve replacing one opioid with another.
When Allie and Sam Conway posted a video answering common questions about their family, millions watched and learned something new. Their openness is helping break down misconceptions about same-sex parents one conversation at a time.
Mental health counselor Sa'adatu Adamu has spent ten years fighting stigma and building acceptance in Nigeria, where 20% of people suffer from mental illness. Her grassroots campaign is changing how healthcare workers and communities view mental health care.
Three speakers who've walked the path of recovery shared their stories at a community event designed to change how we see addiction and sobriety. Their message: the hardest part often comes after getting clean.
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