Citation

Ferris LE, Strike CJ, Desiato C, Dykeman MJ. Med. Law 2001; 20(1): 101-121.

Affiliation

Department of Public Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto, Ontario.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2001, International Centre of Medicine and Law)

DOI

unavailable

PMID

11401231

Abstract

As in other countries, woman abuse is a leading public health issue in Canada. In recognition of its seriousness and the need to interrupt the cycle of violence, several jurisdictions outside of Canada have enacted mandatory reporting laws for woman abuse that require health care workers to report cases. This article reviews the major debates surrounding mandatory reporting of woman abuse with an emphasis on where knowledge is incomplete but would be of benefit when weighing the pros and cons of such laws. We conclude with comments and recommendations with respect to Canada and its health legislation.

Language: en