2023-2024 NHS data reveals a nearly doubled number of FGM cases in Wiltshire and Somerset, increasing from 35 to 60 patients.

NHS data shows a nearly doubled number of FGM cases in Wiltshire and Somerset, with 60 patients treated in 2023-2024, up from 35 the previous year. Karma Nirvana, an FGM charity, calls for increased action to protect women and girls, citing a significant gap in awareness and training for healthcare professionals, especially in midwifery. In response, over 20 National FGM Support Clinics have been established across England, reflecting the NHS and government’s commitment to supporting victims.

October 13, 2024
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