Journal of Punjab Academy of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology
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  • Year: 2017
  • Volume: 17
  • Issue: 1

Violence against Women: Health Consequences and Role of Health Professionals

  • Author:
  • M Kaur1, P Kaur2, DS Bhullar3
  • Total Page Count: 4
  • Published Online: Jun 1, 2017
  • Page Number: 59 to 62

1Associate Professor Deptt. of Obstetrics & Gynecology, Govt. Medical College, Patiala

2DGO, DNB.TMH, Mumbai

3Associate Professor (D) Deptt of Forensic Medicine, Govt. Medical College, Patiala

Abstract

Taking into understanding the rise in the reported cases of violence against womenand also the gaps in responding to the needs of survivors at various levels,MOHFW is committed to setting up of standardized guidelines & protocols for care, treatment and rehabilitative services for survivors of sexual violence.

Keywords

Violence against women, Health Professionals & VAW