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Review
. 2002 Sep:78 Suppl 1:S5-14.
doi: 10.1016/S0020-7292(02)00038-3.

A global overview of gender-based violence

L Heise  1 , M Ellsberg, M Gottmoeller
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Review

A global overview of gender-based violence

L Heise et al. Int J Gynaecol Obstet. 2002 Sep.

Abstract

This paper provides an overview of the extent and nature of gender-based violence and its health consequences, particularly on sexual and reproductive health.

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