Male rape

Article Abstract:

The needs of male rape victims are gaining greater recognition. Member of Parliament Harry Cohen is promoting legl recognition of male rape through a bill to reform the Sexual Offenses (Amendment) Act, 1976. National support group, Survivors offers a telephone help-line and counselling service for victims. In 1992 the Metropolitan Police initiated a pilot scheme to investigate victim support. Sexually abused men may be reluctant to report rape because of guilt feelings and perceived public misconceptions.

Crimes against, Portrayals, Rape victim services, Males

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Continuing neglect

Article Abstract:

The 1992 King's Fund Institute report maintains that National Health Service (NHS) provision of continuing care for the elderly is being eroded. The NHS is passing responsibility for long term care to families and social services. However, coordinated support by health and social services is hindered by role demarcation and little support exists for carers. The report recommends NHS nursing homes relieve pressure on acute beds but the Department of Health considers the report backward-looking.

Social aspects, Aged, Elderly, Long term care, Long-term care facilities, Long term care facilities

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Aiding adjustment

Article Abstract:

Patients with stomas can be helped to adjust to their new life with support from ward nurses who need to have an understanding of the psychological effects of stoma surgery. Big psychological problems can be minimized if the practical problems are solved and all new patients should be allowed to talk to a specialist stoma nurse. Steps for helping users cope with stomas are presented.

Care and treatment, Practice, Nurses, Patients, Patient care, Enterostomy, Surgical nursing

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