Restricted accessResearch articleFirst published online 2020-11
Dedicated care pathways in Italian hospital emergency rooms for women who are victims of violence and abuse: Italian National Guidelines (DPCM 24.11.2017 – G.U. n. 24 issued 30.01.2018)
Gender-based violence affects one third of women globally with death the ultimate consequence after repeated violence. Government intervention is imperative. This article focuses on recent Italian legislation that provides a framework to assist victims of violence in Italian Emergency Rooms.
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