People with mental illnesses may die 10 to 15 years earlier than those without, committee told

The ICGP are calling for a chronic disease management programme to support the physical complications many people living with a severe mental illness endure. File Picture

People suffering from mental health illnesses can die on average 10 to 15 years sooner than those without mental health issues.

That is according to a leading GP, who addressed the Oireachtas committee on Mental Health earlier today.