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🌟 Exciting News for Women's Health! 🌟 President Biden's executive order is breaking barriers to expand healthcare access for women nationwide. Dive into our latest article for an in-depth look at this groundbreaking initiative by FemHealth Insights' Megan Fuller. 🔍 Key points from the article: 👉 Expansion of Healthcare Access: Removing barriers to essential care for women. 👉 Strengthening Medicaid & Protecting Reproductive Rights: Ensuring resilient women's health services despite legal challenges. 👉 Addressing Racial and Gender Disparities: Targeting inequalities contributing to higher maternal mortality rates in women of color. 👉 Advancing Gender Equity in Healthcare: Concrete policies for real progress. It's not just policy; it's about people. Let's ensure every woman receives the care she deserves. Join the collective effort to elevate women's healthcare initiatives. 🌸 Gender equity in healthcare benefits society as a whole. Let's advocate for policies that prioritize women's health issues and create a healthier, more productive community. Full article in the comments section! 💬 #HealthcareEquity #FemTech

Women suffer from illness and disease in many poor communities due to a combination of factors, including limited access to 💜 healthcare services 💜 Inadequate nutrition 💜 Lack of education 💜 Cultural norms Additionally, women often face gender-specific health challenges such as maternal mortality, complications during pregnancy and childbirth, cervical cancer and gender-based violence. These issues are exacerbated in low-resource settings where healthcare infrastructure is limited, and socioeconomic disparities are pronounced. Efforts to improve women's healthcare in these communities often involve addressing these systemic issues through initiatives that increase access to healthcare, provide education, promote gender equality and empower women to advocate for their health needs. Join us in raising awareness about the urgent need to improve women’s healthcare in marginalized communities. Together, we can make a difference and ensure that all women have the opportunity to lead healthy lives. Next outreach : 16 March 2024 . . . #women #womenhealth #empowerwomen

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

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

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

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

Despite progress in women's rights, gender bias still affects health care. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/epi33AqT Spotting Inequity: Equality vs. Equity: Equality gives the same resources to everyone; equity provides specific resources needed, like mobile mammogram units. Health Care Bias: Women’s pain and concerns are often taken less seriously, affecting emergency care, surgical recommendations, and routine appointments. Health Disparities: Cardiovascular Disease: Leading cause of death for women, but they receive fewer essential medications and less specialist care. Maternal Health: Increasing maternal mortality due to preventable complications and lack of reproductive health services. Promoting Equity: Organizations like the CDC are working on improving health equity and inclusive research, but females are still underrepresented in medical studies. Learn more about gender equity in health care and women's health rights.  #WomensHealth #HealthEquity #GenderBias #HealthcareDisparities

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

🌟 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