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National Health Service Expands Mental Health Capacity, Hosts First Mental Wellness Walk

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National Health Service Expands Mental Health Capacity, Hosts First Mental Wellness Walk
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Puerto Rico's National Health Service (SNS) announced a significant expansion in mental health infrastructure, increasing specialized psychiatric hospital beds from 137 in 2020 to 450 as of 2026. The expansion was highlighted during the first "United for Mental Health" community walk, held in commemoration of World Mental Health Day. This three-fold increase in bed capacity represents a major commitment to addressing the growing demand for specialized mental health treatment and inpatient psychiatric care. The initiative underscores the SNS's recognition of mental health as a critical healthcare priority for Puerto Rico's population.

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