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After facing his own battle with mental illness, cardiologist Dr Geoffrey Toogood champions mental health support for fellow medical professionals and the general public. He says it's important for people to talk about mental health issues in order to break down the stigma. For support and advice, talk to your GP, or contact Oz Lifeline 13 11 14 or Beyond Blue 1300 22 4636. For Aotearoa New Zealand listeners, call Lifeline on 0800 543 354. RACS has partnered with Converge International to provide confidential support to Fellows, Trainees, International Medical Graduates, RACS Global Health Volunteers and their immediate family members. Telephone 1300 687 327 in Australia or 0800 666 367 in Aotearoa New Zealand. This is a popular episode originally released in October, 2019. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.