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Domestic abuse is the largest cause of death worldwide in women aged 19-44

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  • Post category:Bullying/abuse / Crime / Relationships
  • Post published:November 29, 2012

2 women in the UK are killed every week by a partner or ex-partner, making domestic abuse the largest cause of death worldwide in women aged 19-44 – greater than war, cancer or motor vehicle accidents.

Source: What is domestic violence and abuse? @ Leeway – Domestic Violence and Abuse Services

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  • Leeway - a shelter from domestic abuse - 0300 561 0077

Message supplied by: Rachel @ Leeway

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