Female genital mutilation
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Find out more about female genital mutilation (FGM), also known as female cutting or female circumcision. This resource offers information about how you can support women who have been physically, emotionally or psychosexually damaged by this act.
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All nurse roles
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Resource last reviewed 02/09/2025
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