International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health Understanding the Experiences and Needs of Migrant Women Affected by Female Genital Mutilation Using Maternity Services in Australia
Type
Journal
Authors
Category
Female Circumcision
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Publication Year
2020
Volume
doi: 10.3390/ijerph17051491
Pages
17 pages
Abstract
Female genital mutilation (FGM) is a cultural practice defined as the partial or total removal of the external female genitalia for non-therapeutic reasons. Changing patterns of migration in Australia and other high-income countries has meant that maternity care providers and health systems are caring for more pregnant women affected by this practice. The aim of the study was to identify strategies to inform culturally safe and quality woman-centred maternity care for women affected by FGM who have migrated to Australia
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