Torture : quarterly journal on rehabilitation of torture victims and prevention of torture
Volume 17, Issue 2, 2007, Pages 117-121

Forensic medical examination of victims of trafficking in human beings. (Article)

Alempijevic D.* , Jecmenica D. , Pavlekic S. , Savic S. , Aleksandric B.
  • a Institute of Forensic Medicine, 31a Deligradska Street; Belgrade 11000, Serbia
  • b Institute of Forensic Medicine, 31a Deligradska Street; Belgrade 11000, Serbia
  • c Institute of Forensic Medicine, 31a Deligradska Street; Belgrade 11000, Serbia
  • d Institute of Forensic Medicine, 31a Deligradska Street; Belgrade 11000, Serbia
  • e Institute of Forensic Medicine, 31a Deligradska Street; Belgrade 11000, Serbia

Abstract

Trafficking in human beigns (THB) is recognized as a global public health issue as well as a violation of human rights. Trafficking has been identified to be associated with several health risks including psychological trauma, injuries from violence, and substance misuse. Public and media reports suggest that the morbidity and mortality associated with trafficking are substantial. The need of medico-legal healthcare for THB victims is being neglected. Forensic medical examination, as specific intervention, is a highly desirable element of ermegency health care provided for victims of tracking. Acting in such a way, the investigation should establish the facts related to the allegatation of trafficking, thereby assisting in identifying those responsible, but also contributing to the procedures designed to obtain redress for the victims. Local anti-trafficking policies and interventions, however, have not acknowledged these needs. Therefore, the agenda of anti-trafficking policies needs to be redrawn to include forensic medical assessment of victims for legal purposes.

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Index Keywords

Needs Assessment methodology Wounds and Injuries human injury Social Problems pathology sexually transmitted disease Age Determination by Skeleton Sexually Transmitted Diseases forensic medicine Humans social problem Age Determination by Teeth victim age determination Article migration Emigration and Immigration Sex Offenses Physical Examination sexual crime Torture Crime Victims
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ISSN: 10188185
Cited by: 8
Original Language: English