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28th May: International Day for Women's Health 👩👩🏼👩🏽👩🏻👩🏿 Every year, on May 28th, the world celebrates the International Day for Women's Health 🌍 to emphasize the importance of addressing unique health challenges faced by women globally. Key Points: Unique Health Needs: Women have distinct health needs, including reproductive health, mental health, and conditions like breast cancer and osteoporosis 💉🧠. Gender Inequality: Women often face gender inequality ⚖️ in healthcare access and quality due to socio-economic factors and cultural norms. Community Impact: Women’s health affects entire families and communities 🏘️, emphasizing the broader importance of ensuring women are healthy. Reproductive and Mental Health: Access to contraception, prenatal care, safe childbirth, and mental health support is fundamental 🚼🩺. Education and Awareness: Raising awareness about health rights and regular check-ups is vital. Public health campaigns and community programs play crucial roles 📚🔍. International Organizations: WHO and UN advocate for women's health and aim for gender equality in healthcare by 2030 through SDGs 🌐🎯. Addressing cultural norms and societal attitudes through dialogue and education is essential for progress 🗣️📝. Sustainable solutions like investing in health systems, training providers, and ensuring inclusive health policies are critical for sustainable improvements 💡🏥. The International Day for Women's Health calls for collective action to improve women's health globally 🌏. Let’s commit to ensuring every woman has access to the care and support she needs 💪❤️. #internationaldayofactionforwomenhealth #28thMay #womenhealth #womenhealthmatters #healthylifestyle #PCOS #wellness #WomenEmpowerment #womenwellness #SRHR4ALL #SRHRisEssential

Today we're celebrating International Women's Day by exploring the influence of women-identifying people from anthropological and epidemiological perspectives. From an anthropological standpoint, women have long been the custodians of cultural knowledge, transmitting traditions, values, and practices across generations. Their roles as caregivers, educators, and community leaders have allowed them to shape the very fabric of society, influencing everything from family dynamics to economic structures. In many cultures, women are also the bearers of traditional medical knowledge, using herbs, rituals, and other remedies to heal and prevent illness. Their intimate understanding of local ecosystems, dietary practices, and social dynamics often contributes to innovative approaches to health promotion and disease prevention. The "wise woman" is a traditional birthkeeper who sojourns with pregnant people, and part of the village that surrounds and supports new parents. Furthermore, women's experiences and vulnerabilities intersect with broader epidemiological trends, particularly in areas such as perinatal health, reproductive rights, and infectious disease transmission. Understanding and addressing sex and gender-specific disparities are crucial for achieving equitable health outcomes for all. As we celebrate International Women's Day, let's not only recognize the invaluable contributions of women to our societies but also commit to supporting their agency, empowerment, and leadership in shaping a healthier, more equitable world for generations to come. #InternationalWomensDay #IWD #IWD2024

Today, on the #internationalwomensday I want to celebrate this year's highs and acknowledge lows on the issues of gender that are felt on a very personal level. Recognition of personal and Political is always crucial for #genderequality. Firstly, I am so excited to lead a project that would improve the position of women in different community engagements in #water supply projects in Lower and Middle-Income Countries; most importantly, I am thrilled to work on this topic with amazing, passionate women professionals from three continents: Euphresia l, Aline Saraiva Okello, PhD, Catherine Grasham and Pan Ei Ei Phyoe Secondly, I want to acknowledge that women have considerably greater odds (by a factor of 1.76) to experience #disability from #covid19 in the form of an autoimmune disease #LongCovid, the numbers of which keep rising, keeping predominantly women from jobs, career advancement and fulfilling life. The disease remains to be underfunded by the government and gaslight by medical community and the society. Every aspect of my life is shaded by it.

In case you missed it… Yesterday, I had the privilege of participating in a dynamic discussion at #WHA77 on women's health. It was an absolute pleasure to engage with Avni Amin and Vivianne Ihekweazu. A big thank you to Mijail Santos Luján for his excellent moderation! The path to equitable #HealthForAll requires advancing gender equality and making health systems gender-responsive to meet everyone's needs fairly. Vivianne Ihekweazu emphasized that despite substantial evidence on addressing maternal mortality, there remains an alarming lack of urgency in regions like sub-Saharan Africa, where maternal deaths are still unacceptably high. Avni Amin pointed out that a significant factor is the troubling pushback against women's autonomy and sexual and reproductive health rights in many countries. Right after the session, #WHA77 passed a resolution on investing in maternal, newborn, and child health 🙌 https://lnkd.in/gRnw-ats

This Friday dive into the critical exploration of gender, socio-economic disparities, and healthcare access with "Gendered Challenges for Equal Access to Healthcare Services in Resource-Limited Settings," edited Dr Lentsu Nchabeleng (Ph.D) This comprehensive work sheds light on the complex issues surrounding healthcare inequities, offering real-world insights and solutions. A must-read for academics, healthcare professionals, policymakers, and advocates. You can find this book and others we have supported on our website: https://lnkd.in/dxD6StY9

This year, International Women's Day celebrates the theme of #inspireinclusion. This theme holds particular significance for women's health, particularly in the low-resource settings in which Critical Care International works. Disparities in access to healthcare disproportionately impact women in these regions, leaving them vulnerable to preventable illnesses and complications. We must strive for a world where all women, regardless of background, can access the preventive, diagnostic, and treatment services they need to live healthy lives. We can address challenges by: 📣𝐈𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧 𝐢𝐧𝐟𝐫𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠: Increase the number of skilled healthcare providers in rural areas and equip them with the resources they need to deliver quality care. 📣𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐦𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐚𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐜𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐬: Educate women and communities about their sexual and reproductive health rights and empower them to make informed decisions about their healthcare. 📣𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐦𝐨𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐞 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐜𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐬𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬: Utilize innovative technology to reach geographically isolated communities and provide essential health services. 📣𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲-𝐛𝐚𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐬𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐬: Empower women's groups and local leaders to become advocates for women's health within their communities. By working together, we can create healthcare systems that are inclusive, equitable, and empowering. A huge thank you also to the women in our CCI team, who work to address these challenges every day. #iwd2024 #womenshealth #equality #inclusion #healthequality

🌟 Exciting news! Today marks #UHCday and our first policy brief on "Health for All: Time for Gender Action on Universal Health Coverage (UHC)" is out! Collaboratively crafted by Women in Global Health Switzerland chapter, Federal Office of Public Health FOPH, and speakers from our recent event on #UHC and #gender. This insightful document unites expertise from diverse sectors for inclusive healthcare policies. Dive in for actionable strategies toward #GenderInUHC! 📑 #HealthForAll #UHC Key Recommendations: 1⃣ Improve synergies between health and gender policies. 2⃣ Be purposive about gender and metrics. 3⃣ Prioritize gender transformative and inclusive approaches. 4⃣ Widen the horizon of gender in health beyond reproductive functions. 5⃣ Link UHC and the health workforce. 6⃣ Enhance gender-responsive accountability and transparency. Join us in advocating for gender-inclusive Universal Health Coverage! 🤝 #HealthcarePolicy #GenderEquality Petra Khoury, Laetitia Bosio, Anna Coates, Mari Viro Moser, Nora Kronig Romero, Amb Athaliah Lesiba Molokomme, Anna Socha, Helen Prytherch, Michaela Told, Carmen Sant Fruchtman, Megha Kaveri, Daniella Majakari Bernard International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies - IFRC UHC2030 - Taking action for universal health coverage World Health Organization Swiss Tropical and Public Health Institute

While progress has been made in areas such as antenatal care and family planning, inequalities persist based on factors like location, education, and income. Policies must recognize women's autonomy in sexual and reproductive health decisions, and efforts are needed to address gender disparities in noncommunicable disease risk factors. Gender-responsive health policies can help bridge these gaps, but implementation capacity requires strengthening. As we design priority programs focusing on women and children, we recognize the multigenerational impact of investing in women's health. Better-informed mothers contribute to healthier communities, passing on knowledge and practices that benefit future generations. #change #innovation #equality #womenshealth https://lnkd.in/dpnMwseF

Join us in advocating for gender-inclusive Universal Health Coverage. This policy brief developed by the Women in Global Health Switzerland chapter, Federal Office of Public Health #FOPH and expertise from dieverse sectors, puts forward actionable strategies toward #GenderInUHC Key Recommendations: 1⃣ Improve synergies between health and gender policies. 2⃣ Be purposive about gender and metrics. 3⃣ Prioritize gender transformative and inclusive approaches. 4⃣ Widen the horizon of gender in health beyond reproductive functions. 5⃣ Link UHC and the health workforce. 6⃣ Enhance gender-responsive accountability and transparency. #WGHSwitzerland #swisstph #HealthForAll #UHC #healthcarepolicy #GenderEquality

March 8 marks #InternationalWomensDay, a moment to reflect on the unique challenges faced by women worldwide. From the climate crisis to tobacco use, public health issues disproportionately affect women, especially those who are marginalized or economically disadvantaged. Swipe ➡ to learn more. At Vital Strategies, we’re dedicated to reimagining public health by prioritizing women’s health and advancing gender equity in health programs and policies. #InternationalWomensDay #InspiringInclusion