Rape is a gross violation of human rights with long term health consequences impacting on all survivors irrespective of age and gender. While physical injuries are common during rape, there are also long-lasting, severe psychological consequences. In order to describe the health consequences of rape and their impact on women up to three years afterwards, the Gender and Health Research Unit of the South African Medical Research Council conducted the Rape Impact Cohort Evaluation (RICE) Study. This brief summarises its methods and key findings to inform personnel within the Criminal Justice System.

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