Abstract
Background The tradition of female genital mutilation/cutting (FGM/C), known to be practiced mainly in Africa, has spread in Europe due to immigration. It is estimated that half a million girls and women living currently in Europe have undergone circumcision. FGM/C has several negative health impacts, including infections, bleeding and childbirth complications. This study explores the prevalence of FGM/C and its health effects among women with Somali and Kurdish origin in Finland. Methods This study uses data from the Migrant Health and Wellbeing Study (Maamu) which …
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