Research has shown domestic violence and abuse is associated with the development of chronic health conditions including diabetes, obesity, eating disorders, and substance abuse.
You may be asked routinely about high blood pressure and high cholesterol at your health care visits (which is great!), but too few health care offices assess for domestic violence and its impact on health.
Today is #healthcaresaboutdomesticviolenceday, a nationally-recognized day to raise awareness for healthcare and advocacy communities to offer education about the critical importance of promoting healthy relationships, addressing the health impact of abuse and offer warm referrals to domestic violence advocates (https://www.futureswithoutviolence.org/)
To learn more visit: https://www.cdc.gov/…/intimate-partner-violence.html
In recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness month, Tides of Change is encouraging residents and visitors to shine purple lights to raise awareness. Locally, Tides of Change provides many services to those impacted by gender based violence and aims to shift cultural norms through advocacy, education, and community collaboration. To learn more about Tides of Change visit: https://www.tidesofchangenw.org/
Need Help? Know Someone Who Does?:
National Domestic Violence Hotline – call 1-800-799-7233 and TTY 1-800-787-3224.
Love Is Respect National Teen Dating Abuse Helpline- call 1-866-331-9474 or TTY 1-866-331-8453.
Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network’s (RAINN) National Sexual Assault Hotline – call 800-656-HOPE (4673) to connect with a trained staff member from a sexual assault service provider in your area. Visit rainn.org to chat one-on-one with a trained RAINN support specialist, any time 24/7.