Dr. Alex lands a massive new role
Love Island's Dr. Alex has come a long way since he appeared on the 2018 series of the show.
Boris Johnson has just appointed the former reality TV star the UK Ambassador for Mental Health.
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The doctor took to Instagram to share the news.
He wrote, 'WE DID IT!! You called and the PM answered!! I have been appointed as the Ambassador for Mental Health.'
'It hasn’t sunk in yet and I’m not sure it ever will. I am truly humbled.'
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Dr. Alex continued, 'In my role, I will be working closely with the Government to make mental health an absolute priority.'
'Never has mental health been more important than now.'
'From schools to universities, the NHS and the wider public, MENTAL HEALTH MATTERS.'
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'For the current as well as future generations, we must do everything in our power to bring meaningful change.'
Dr. Alex has made the issue a top priority following the death of his little brother last year.
The 19-year-old took his own life following a battle with mental illness.
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'Nothing will bring my brother back...'
Alex wrote, 'Nothing will bring my brother back but if I can make a positive impact that saves even one life, it will be worth moving mountains for.'
'There is much work to be done. Particularly in the coming weeks and months.'
'Thanks to each and every one of you for your incredible support.'
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He continued, 'Thank you also to the Prime Minister and Government for recognising our campaign and showing a desire to make a real change moving forward.'
'I hope I can make you all proud.'
'Most of all I hope I can make my brother proud, we will do it together my boy LET’S DO THIS'
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Meanwhile, Dr. Alex's former Love Island co-star, Anton Danyluk, has been receiving death threats since moving to Dubai.
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