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Health Services and Delivery Research, 2019 Background: In a context of high migration, there are growing numbers of women living in the UK who have experienced female genital mutilation/cutting.
Catrin Evans +6 more
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Female genital mutilation in Sierra Leone [PDF]
, 2013 Background: The prevalence of female genital mutilation (FGM) in Sierra Leone is the seventh highest in Africa, yet little research has been done on its effects on girls and women.
Bjälkander, Owolabi
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International Journal of Gynecology &Obstetrics, Volume 172, Issue 3, Page 1381-1391, March 2026.Abstract Objectives Obstetric fistula is a complication occurring in childbearing women. It is a major problem in developing countries and results in poor childhood development and limited use of obstetric care. The aim of this study was to show the pooled prevalence of knowledge of obstetric fistulas among reproductive age women.
Aster Shiferaw +2 more
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A Look at Female Genital Mutilation [PDF]
, 2018 Female Genital Mutilation is deeply rooted in misogyny and sexism. This paper looks at current and past efforts of NGOs and other organizations that have tried to eradicate the practice in many countries, mainly in Africa.
Gomaa, Norhan H.
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Disentangling the complex association between female genital cutting and HIV among Kenyan women [PDF]
, 2009 Female genital cutting (FGC) is a widespread cultural practice in Africa and the Middle East, with a number of potential adverse health consequences for women.
Baltazar +7 more
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Applying Anthropology to Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting
American Anthropologist, Volume 128, Issue 1, Page 195-205, March 2026.ABSTRACT In this article, we review how anthropologies from various subdisciplines, from social to evolutionary anthropology, are contributing to our understanding of female genital mutilation/cutting (FGM/C). We focus on four key questions: What are the origins of FGM/C? What functions and meanings are linked to FGM/C?
Hannelore Van Bavel, Mhairi A. Gibson
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Female genital mutilation in Africa: Scoping the landscape of evidence
International Journal of Africa Nursing Sciences, 2020 Background: Despite concerted efforts to curb Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting (FGM/C), it is still a contributor to the high morbidity and mortality rates among females in Africa. Purpose: To describe the publication output on FGM/C conducted in Africa
Oluchukwu Loveth Obiora +2 more
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International Journal of Dermatology, Volume 65, Issue 3, Page 444-455, March 2026.ABSTRACT Gonorrhea, a common sexually transmitted infection caused by Neisseria gonorrhoeae, represents an escalating global public health threat due to antimicrobial resistance. The current review explores diverse approaches around the globe to gonorrhea management across various settings, with a focus on diagnostic strategies, treatment practices ...
Andrei Tanasov +2 more
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Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting: A Global Concern [PDF]
, 2016 Female genital mutilation/cutting (FGM/C) is a human rights issue that affects girls and women worldwide. As such, its elimination is a global concern.
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Child &Family Social Work, Volume 31, Issue 1, Page 521-532, February 2026.ABSTRACT There is an extensive literature base about the knowledge and skills required by social workers to work effectively with children and their families. However, making sense of how best to translate this into direct practice can be challenging, particularly when newly qualified.
Lisa Bostock +2 more
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