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Report into Strangulation, Suffocation, Asphyxiation & Smothering Homicides in England &Wales from 2011- 2021
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There were 342 strangulation homicides from 2011 to 2021 and 75% of these victims were female. Overall, female victims of strangulation homicide aged 16+ were 54 times more likely to have been killed by an ex-partner or partner than a male victim.
What is strangulation?
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What is strangulation, the health impact of strangulation and the prevalence of strangulation in England and Wales.
How much pressure is required to cause strangulation?
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Listen to Dr Cath White as she details what actually happens to the body when someone is strangled.
What are the immediate symptoms of strangulation?
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Dr Cath White details what the immediate, short term and long term health impacts of strangulation and how a victim may present.
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Hundreds charged with non-fatal strangulation offences after domestic abuse law changed
- ● Jul, 2023
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More than 200 people have been charged with non-fatal strangulation offences after the law was changed to protect victims of domestic abuse.
Hands off! Non-fatal strangulation In NI could land you 14 years in prison under new legislation
- ● Jun, 2023
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On Monday 26th June, non-fatal strangulation or asphyxiation (under The Justice Sexual Offences and Trafficking Victims Act NI 2022) has been made a specific criminal offence in Northern Ireland, punishable by up to 14 years’ imprisonment.
Non fatal strangulation: NI Victim speaks out as new law comes into effect
- ● Jun, 2023
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“I was strangled the second time to the point where I blacked out, lost control of my bladder and bowels and honestly felt I was going to die"
New law on strangulation is making a difference
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Recent legislation helps courts address a previously neglected form of violence
An estimated
20,000
strangulations a year are reported to women’s charities
Find out more about the prevalence of strangulation
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Institute for Addressing Strangulation: 'One Year On' Knowledge Event
28 Nov 2023, 09.30am —
13.00pm
We’re pleased to advise that IFAS will be holding a Knowledge Event on Tuesday 28 November 2023. It will be a half-day event reflecting on IFAS’s work over the last 12 months whilst also looking at what the future holds. It will be held virtually via Microsoft Teams and is £30 to attend. Reserve your place now!
Virtual meeting
Cost: £30.00
Clinical Webinar Series on Strangulation
25 Sep 2023, 19:00 —
20:00
We have launched a series of webinars which will be delivered by expert speakers including Prof Cath White specifically targeted at clinicians. The webinars will provide detailed insight into identifying and supporting patients who have experienced strangulation.
Virtual meeting
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Zoom
Cost: £30-£100
SafeLives launches first non-fatal strangulation webinar for healthcare professionals
13 Sep 2023, 10:30am —
13:00
Our partner SafeLives launch their non-fatal strangulation webinar for healthcare professionals. Our Medical Director Professor Cath White will be a guest speaker. Sign up now to understand non-fatal strangulation and the risk it poses.
Virtual meeting
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Zoom
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Our message is clear and simple. There is no safe way to strangle.
Following the introduction of new legislation which recognises strangulation as a stand alone offence, we are driven to highlight and tackle the severity of strangulation and the deep impact on the victims/survivors.
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