Chronic health condition and risk of suicidal behaviours in two hospitals in Ghana

The number of crisis intervention service providers in health centres should be expanded and equipped with adaptive skills to train families and religious bodies about proper coping skills, as they provide social support which is crucial in reducing the prevalence of both chronic conditions and patients' risk of suicide. The National Health Insurance Scheme should be improved to cater for patients with chronic kidney conditions to ease their financial burden. Chronic kidney conditions place a heavy physical, emotional, and financial burden on those affected. Addressing these challenges requires coordinated and sustained efforts, including targeted policy interventions. A holistic approach is essential to improve the management of chronic kidney disease and reduce its incidence, as well as associated outcomes like suicide, especially in developing countries such as Ghana.