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🌍 Africanews
National & Local

South Africa's traditional circumcision claims dozens of young lives

The recent traditional circumcision initiation ceremonies in South Africa have resulted in the deaths of at least 48 boys, including 22-year-old Lamkelo Mtyho, highlighting significant health risks associated with these rituals.

Mar 20 • 10:28 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

He underwent circumcision at 41. "The first days after the operation were agony," says Matúš

Matúš Melko, a 41-year-old former soldier from Czechia, shares his experience of undergoing circumcision to address his longstanding issue of phimosis.

Mar 15 • 05:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
Crime & Justice

HS: Fake Doctor Treated Patients in Helsinki – Performed Circumcisions

A medical student is suspected of treating 24 patients in Helsinki, conducting circumcisions, and reporting deaths in the Vantaa and Kerava welfare area using his brother's medical credentials.

Mar 6 • 16:22 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Circumcision classified as potentially harmful practice in new CPS guidance

New guidance from the Crown Prosecution Service in England and Wales classifies circumcision as potentially harmful but stops short of labeling it as child abuse following community objections.

Mar 5 • 10:55 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Getúlio Vargas Hospital holds campaign for penile cancer prevention

Getúlio Vargas Hospital is conducting a campaign to prevent penile cancer through circumcision surgeries, in partnership with the Brazilian Society of Urology.

Feb 27 • 18:44 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
World

USA and Belgium in a major dispute over circumcisions

The USA and Belgium are embroiled in a significant dispute sparked by allegations of illegal circumcisions.

Feb 18 • 20:43 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Belgian investigation into three Jewish men sparks diplomatic row with US

A diplomatic conflict has arisen between Belgium and the US over an investigation into three Jewish ritual circumcisers accused of lacking proper medical qualifications.

Feb 18 • 15:54 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

VIDEO: Biodun Stephen recalls painful childhood circumcision at age six

Nigerian filmmaker Biodun Stephen shares her painful childhood experience of circumcision at the age of six, recalling the trauma associated with the culturally rooted practice.

Feb 16 • 22:31 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

NHS doctor struck off over botched circumcision still performing operation

A doctor who was expelled from the NHS for a botched circumcision that endangered a toddler is still conducting the procedure without regulation, raising concerns about safety and oversight in the practice.

Feb 7 • 09:00 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
Life & Tech

IS IT BETTER TO HAVE SEX WITH A CIRCUMCISED MAN?

The article discusses the myths surrounding circumcision and its perceived impact on sexual experiences, examining views from science and sexual health experts alongside personal accounts.

Feb 6 • 22:02 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
Crime & Justice

Circumcision kits found on sale on Amazon UK as concerns grow over harm to baby boys

Circumcision kits are being sold on Amazon UK, raising concerns about regulation after the death of a baby boy from an infection following the procedure.

Jan 14 • 10:49 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
Crime & Justice

Circumcision classed as possible child abuse in draft CPS document

A draft document from the Crown Prosecution Service categorizes circumcision as a potential form of child abuse, raising concerns about its safety and implications.

Jan 10 • 10:54 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
World

41 young men died after circumcision in South Africa

At least 41 young men died in November and December in South Africa following circumcision as part of traditional initiation rituals.

Dec 31 • 08:35 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
Crime & Justice

"There is negligence": 41 young men die during circumcisions performed during initiation rites in South Africa

At least 41 young men in South Africa died during traditional initiation rites involving circumcision, with authorities citing negligence in health standards.

Dec 30 • 23:56 UTC

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