THE life and death nature of domestic violence is the focus of a campaign being launched in Derwentside next week.

Designed to coincide with a national awareness week, Derwentside Women's Aid will be holding two health awareness days.

The first all-day session is at Stanley Health Centre, on Monday, while the next is at Consett Health Centre, on Wednesday.

Derwentside Women's Aid also operates a 24-hour helpline on (01207) 508300.