An Autopsy of Palliative Health Hazards Associated with the Contemporary Traditional Male Circumcision Rite: The Case of 2016 Alice Study

Indian Journal of Palliative Care
Aphiwe Mpateni, Simon Murote Kang'ethe

Abstract

This article examined the health hazards associated with the contemporary traditional circumcision rite in Alice, Eastern Cape, South Africa. The study from which this article was extracted was explorative, descriptive, and employed a qualitative method. The study took use of one-on-one interviews, with the use of interview guide as an instrument to ease focus group discussions and interviews. Data were then analyzed thematically. The findings brought the following factors; hospitalization of initiates; contraction of diseases; amputation of manhood organs; and maltreatment leading to health hazards. This article then recommended that, government, cultural custodians, and parents are requested to work hand in hand to curb all these health hazards associated with the contemporary rite.

References

Sep 1, 2007·American Journal of Public Health·Amy NormanSuneetha Kadiyala
Apr 7, 2010·Qualitative Health Research·Thandisizwe R MavundlaStembele Tenge

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