Animal Health company, Zoetis, has raised $100,000 to support mental health in rural Australia, by donating $5 from each sale of the company's cattle, sheep, pig, poultry and goat vaccines and drenches
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The funds raised have gone directly to the Beyond Blue Support Service providing advice and support for more people 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Beyond Blue CEO Georgie Harman thanked Zoetis for their efforts.
"We are extremely honoured to receive such amazing support from Zoetis each year," said Ms Harman.
"While it's well-known our farmers can be vulnerable to mental health challenges due to droughts, floods and financial worries, the impact on the wider community in these areas is less well-known.
"It's a potentially life-changing service for many, especially for those who don't feel they have any family members or friends close by to talk to or confide in."
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Zoetis Vice President, Australia and New Zealand Lance Williams said their workers see first hand the impact on rural communities.
"We're incredibly passionate and wholeheartedly committed to supporting hard-working Australians with our donations and supporting our farmers, agricultural stores and veterinarians with the supply of animal health supplies where needed," he said.
- To talk to a mental health professional for free, 24/7 call 1300 22 4636.
- Free Web chat is also available from 3pm until midnight AEST at beyondblue.org.au/getsupport.