Intimate Partner Violence as a Public Health Problem

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Gender-based violence is a common problem. Professor Khalid Khan presents the public health aspects of the domestic violence problem.

Gender-based violence is a basic human rights breach and a very important public health problem. It is highly prevalent, affecting more than 1 in 10 women worldwide. Professor Bueno, interviewed in this blog, said, "I can’t imagine any other disease affecting quality of life as much as violence against women by her partner." And without any doubt, it is a health issue. Injuries are the more visible consequences, but not the most frequent or most severe. Being exposed to physical, psychological or sexual violence affects women's health in many ways, damaging physical, mental and social well-being. The question is: Is intimate partner violence preventable? It is associated with poverty, gender inequality, and discrimination. Violence against women is always a hidden problem. Its prevention can include screening and early detection within the health system when women present for another reason, e.g. primary care consultation or pregnancy care. If women experiencing violence present with injuries, apart from treatment, preventing recurrence, and responding to the needs of the family and children requires a joint effort, collaborating with social services, police and the justice system as required. There is a need to enable women experiencing difficulties or those at risk to receive help before they get injured at the hands of their partner. 

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