Noun
FGM (uncountable)
Initialism of female genital mutilation.
A 2013 meta-analysis of 15 studies involving 12,671 women from seven countries concluded that women with FGM were twice as likely to report no sexual desire and 52 percent more likely to report dyspareunia (painful sexual intercourse). Source: Internet
According to WHO, the new modelling reveals that the total costs of treating the health impacts of FGM would amount to 1.4 billion dollars globally per year if all resulting medical needs are addressed. Source: Internet
A definition of FGM from the WHO in 1995 included gishiri cutting and angurya cutting, found in Nigeria and Niger. Source: Internet
Addressing residents on Tuesday during Mashujaa Day celebrations, the county administrator raised an alarm over increased FGM cases, warning circumcisers of dire consequences. Source: Internet
Also, Mrs Deborah Collins, the state Chairperson, International Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA), said that the eventual adoption of the law will help tackle issues relating to Female Genital Mutilation (FGM). Source: Internet
According to the 2009 Zambia Sexual Behaviour Survey, 0.7% of women have undergone FGM. Source: Internet