Human trafficking is a serious public health issue at the societal level and a crisis at the personal/community level. Victims include men, women, and children.
The United Nations def...
Health care providers are among the few professionals who come into contact with human trafficking victims. Failure to identify is a missed opportunity to connect victims with pr...
Preparation
Offer up-to-date referral information and multidisciplinary care in a se...
Patient and community resources
NHTRC: Hotline of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services provides local resources and helps coordinate local social services for victims.
Polaris P...
Z69.81 Encounter for mental health services for victim of other abuse
T74.32xA Child psychological abuse, confirmed, initial encounter
T74.91xA Unspecified adult maltreatment, confirmed, init...
Human trafficking is a crime of exploitation.
Victim-centered, trauma-informed care is crucial.
Contact the NHTRC to help human trafficking victims. https://humantraffickinghotline.org/ ...
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