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American Indian and Alaska Native Women's Health: Violence Against Native Women

Internet URL

http://www.ihs.gov/MedicalPrograms/MCH/W/DV00.cfm

Sponsoring Agency

Indian Health Service

Description

Physical and sexual violence against women is a public health problem of epidemic proportions. More than 3 million U.S. women are known to be battered by their former or current partners annually. Incidence is likely much higher since many never seek assistance. This site links to information about the many problems associated with domestic violence.

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Review Date

1/5/2004

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