The roles of doctors and health services in community violence prevention.
Violence control and prevention have traditionally been led by criminal justice services. During the last decade, tackling violence has become a multi-agency effort supported by government and regulated according to new legislation, reflecting recognition that health services and local government can contribute uniquely to this.
Sivarajasingam
Vaseekaran
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Violence and Society Research Group, School of Dentistry, Cardiff University, Cardiff.
Shepherd
Jonathan
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D019973:Alcohol-Related Disorders / Q000517:prevention & control; D003153:Community Health Services / Q000458:organization & administration*; D017579:Domestic Violence / Q000517:prevention & control; D006801:Humans; D010819:Physician's Role; D014754:Violence / Q000517:prevention & control*; D054041:Weapons