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Female genital mutilation or cutting (FGM/C) is defined by the World Health Organization (WHO) as “all procedures involving partial or total removal of the external female genitalia or other injury to the female genital organs for non-medical reasons.” 1(p.1) These procedures could mean piercing, cutting, removing, or sewing closed all or part of a girl’s or woman’s external genitals.
Jul 3, 2019 · Abstract. Female genital mutilation (FGM) includes procedures that intentionally alter or cause injury to the female genital organs for non-medical reasons. To present a case of type III FGM corrected by de-infibulation for treatment of sexual dysfunction. A 31-year-old woman who had FGM reporting unconsummated marriage presented to our clinic ...
Mar 8, 2024 · Limited research and guidance are available regarding the criteria for an effective anti-female genital mutilation (FGM) law, particularly from a human rights standpoint. This document provides recommendations on best practices, outlining how to align an anti-FGM law with standards set by human rights conventions, mechanisms, and political…
Feb 22, 2022 · Background A woman and girl centred, rights-based approach to health care is critical to achieving sexual and reproductive health. However, women with female genital mutilation in high-income countries have been found to receive sub-optimal care. This study examined documents guiding clinicians in health and community service settings in English-speaking high-income countries to identify ...
Aims of this guidance. The guidance aims to help with: Identifying whether a girl (including before birth) or young woman may be at risk of FGM. Identifying whether a girl or woman has undergone FGM. Protecting those at risk and responding appropriately to those already affected. Working to prevent and end FGM.
Oct 20, 2015 · Fact sheet on mandatory reporting of female genital mutilation; FGM: mandatory reporting in healthcare; Services for women and girls with FGM; Multi-agency statutory guidance on female genital ...
Mar 22, 2013 · These documents raise awareness of female genital mutilation ... Detailed guidance, regulations and rules. Research and statistics. ... Added a FGM declaration document. 22 March 2013. First ...
