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Female genital mutilation.

Erin Dean

    Nursing Standard (Royal College of Nursing (Great Britain) : 1987)
    |August 24, 2017
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    Summary
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    Female genital mutilation (FGM) involves removing female genitalia for non-medical reasons, constituting child abuse and gender violence. Approximately 137,000 females in England and Wales have undergone this harmful practice.

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    Area of Science:

    • Public Health
    • Sociology
    • Human Rights

    Background:

    • Female genital mutilation (FGM) is defined as any procedure involving partial or total removal of external female genitalia or other injury to the female genital organs for non-medical reasons.
    • FGM is recognized internationally as a violation of human rights and a form of gender-based violence and child abuse.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To highlight the prevalence and nature of Female Genital Mutilation (FGM).
    • To underscore FGM as a critical public health and human rights issue.

    Main Methods:

    • This section is not applicable as the abstract provides essential facts rather than detailing specific research methods.
    • Information presented is based on established definitions and prevalence data.

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    Main Results:

    • Female genital mutilation (FGM) encompasses procedures performed for cultural or non-therapeutic purposes.
    • An estimated 137,000 females in England and Wales have been subjected to FGM.
    • FGM is classified as a form of child abuse and gender violence against women.

    Conclusions:

    • Female genital mutilation is a harmful practice with significant public health implications.
    • Addressing FGM requires a multi-faceted approach involving legal, social, and healthcare interventions.