mutually contrived, planned, or arranged; combined (esp in the phrases concerted action, concerted effort) 2. (Music, other) music arranged in parts for a group of singers or players. conËcertedly adv. conËcertedness n. conâ¢certâ¢ed (kÉnËsÉr tÉªd) adj. 1. performed by agreement; planned or devised together: a concerted effort. 2.
Domestic violence as a public health issue has been recognized by organizations such as the World Health Organization and the Inter-American Commission of Women of the Organization of American States.
For many women pregnancy is a time of happiness and anticipation. But pregnancy can also be a risk factor for domestic violence. Domestic violence during pregnancy puts a pregnant woman and her unborn child in danger. It increases the risk of miscarriage, infection, premature birth, low birth weight, foetal injury and foetal death. If you are pregnant and being abused, Refuge can help you.