# The South African Society of Psychiatrists says shortages of essential mental health medication are affecting public hospitals nationwide. The shortages are affecting patients with conditions such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder and depression. Alternative medicines are also running low and may not work for all patients. The society’s Mahlatse Thosago warns patients who cannot access their usual medication could suffer relapses, leading to more hospital admissions and putting further pressure on health facilities:
Psychiatrists warn of nationwide shortages of essential mental health medication [SOUND]
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