As part of the activities organized to mark World Mental Health Day (10 October, 2021), on Friday October 8th, PAHO hosted a live conversation with experts on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on mental health care in the Region of the Americas and the efforts being implemented to improve access to mental health care.
Moderator: Tanya McFall– PAHO Bahamas
Panelists:
Dr. Renato Oliveira, Unit Chief, Mental Health and Substance Use, PAHO/WHO
Dr. Franco Mascayano, Columbia University
Ms. Sahar Vasquez, Ambassador for Belize, Global Mental Health Peer Network
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