Female Genital Mutilation: A handbook for professionals working in health, education, social care and the police - Softcover

Raymond, Sharon

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1910366412 ISBN 13: 9781910366417

Publisher: Pavilion Publishing and Media Ltd, 2015

Synopsis

The UK government is taking FGM cases seriously and it is also a major priority for NHS England. But many healthcare professionals and those working with children and young people are still unsure on the procedures and laws around this illegal practise. This handbook aims to address these gaps in knowledge around FGM including diagnosis, implications and management of FGM cases, particularly in relation to national guidance, legal aspects, safeguarding issues and resources, including support groups.Those who use this resource will be able to gain Continuous Professional Development (CPD) points by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).

About this title

About the Author

Dr Sharon Raymond is the named GP for safeguarding children in Croydon. Sharon is also medical lead for NW London primary care out of hours service and safeguarding subject matter expert for Care UK. She runs 'Safeguarding Updates' delivering training on safeguarding children and adults to clinicians across England.

Edition details

• Publisher: Pavilion Publishing and Media Ltd
• Publication date: 2015
• ISBN 10: 1910366412
• ISBN 13: 9781910366417
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 90