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The statistics around mental health are astonishing. It is so important that there is awareness of what mental health is, how it manifests itself, what we can do to support those affected by it and knowing how to deal with it if it does affect us.

This will be my first time participating in the Accenture Health & Public Services Three Peaks Challenge. The benefits of a team coming together to challenge themselves and experience the outdoors are significant for promoting good mental health. I hope that in taking part in this challenge and raising money for Mind, people will be encouraged to talk more openly about mental health and learn from others' experiences of it.

Mind create a network of support for those struggling with their mental health. Support is available through their infoline and established local community hubs that enable social participation and discussion of mental health. So far this year, 513,139 people have used Local Mind services.

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