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{{short description|Overview of women's health issues and concerns}} | |||
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File:Sustainable_Development_Goal_05GenderEquality.svg|Sustainable Development Goal | |||
File: | '''Women's health''' refers to the branch of medicine that focuses on the treatment and diagnosis of diseases and conditions that affect a woman's physical and emotional well-being. Women's health encompasses a wide range of issues, including [[reproductive health]], [[menstrual cycle]], [[contraception]], [[fertility]], [[pregnancy]], [[childbirth]], and [[menopause]]. | ||
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File:Addis-ababa-fistula-hospital.jpg|Addis Ababa Fistula Hospital | ==Overview== | ||
Women's health is a broad field that covers a variety of health issues specific to women. It includes the study of conditions that are unique to women, more common in women, or that manifest differently in women than in men. Women's health also involves the social, economic, and cultural factors that influence women's health outcomes. | |||
File: | ==Reproductive Health== | ||
[[File:Sustainable_Development_Goal_05GenderEquality.svg|Sustainable Development Goal 5: Gender Equality|thumb|right]] | |||
Reproductive health is a crucial aspect of women's health, encompassing a wide range of issues such as [[family planning]], [[contraception]], [[sexually transmitted infections]], and [[maternal health]]. Access to reproductive health services is essential for women's autonomy and empowerment. | |||
===Family Planning=== | |||
[[File:Familyplanningmalaysia.jpg|Family planning in Malaysia|thumb|left]] | |||
Family planning allows individuals and couples to anticipate and attain their desired number of children and the spacing and timing of their births. It is achieved through the use of contraceptive methods and the treatment of involuntary infertility. | |||
===Maternal Health=== | |||
[[File:Merlin_Maternal.jpg|Maternal health care|thumb|right]] | |||
Maternal health refers to the health of women during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period. Ensuring maternal health is critical for reducing maternal mortality and improving the health of mothers and their children. | |||
==Menstrual Health== | |||
Menstrual health is an important aspect of women's health, involving the management of menstruation and related conditions such as [[dysmenorrhea]], [[premenstrual syndrome]], and [[menstrual disorders]]. | |||
==Menopause== | |||
[[File:Symptoms_of_menopause_(vector).svg|Symptoms of menopause|thumb|left]] | |||
Menopause is a natural biological process that marks the end of a woman's menstrual cycles. It is diagnosed after 12 months without a menstrual period and typically occurs in women in their 40s or 50s. Menopause can cause various symptoms, including hot flashes, night sweats, and mood changes. | |||
==Violence Against Women== | |||
Violence against women is a significant public health issue that affects women's physical and mental health. It includes [[domestic violence]], [[sexual assault]], and [[female genital mutilation]] (FGM). | |||
===Female Genital Mutilation=== | |||
[[File:FGM-C_and_childbirth_(12345205954).jpg|FGM and childbirth|thumb|right]] | |||
[[File:FGM_prevalence_UNICEF_2016.svg|FGM prevalence map|thumb|left]] | |||
FGM involves the partial or total removal of external female genitalia for non-medical reasons. It is a violation of the human rights of girls and women and has no health benefits. FGM can lead to severe health complications, including chronic pain, infections, and complications in childbirth. | |||
==Access to Healthcare== | |||
Access to healthcare is a critical issue in women's health. Barriers to healthcare access can include economic, social, and cultural factors, as well as geographic and systemic barriers. | |||
===Healthcare in Developing Countries=== | |||
[[File:Addis-ababa-fistula-hospital.jpg|Addis Ababa Fistula Hospital|thumb|right]] | |||
In many developing countries, women face significant challenges in accessing healthcare services. These challenges can include a lack of healthcare facilities, trained healthcare providers, and financial resources. | |||
==Advocacy and Policy== | |||
Advocacy for women's health involves promoting policies and practices that improve health outcomes for women. This includes efforts to increase access to healthcare, improve healthcare quality, and address social determinants of health. | |||
===Gender Equality=== | |||
[[File:Girl_Summit_-_22nd_July_in_London_(14498368279).jpg|Girl Summit on gender equality|thumb|left]] | |||
Gender equality is essential for improving women's health outcomes. Efforts to promote gender equality include addressing gender-based violence, improving access to education, and ensuring equal opportunities in the workforce. | |||
==Related Pages== | |||
* [[Men's health]] | |||
* [[Reproductive rights]] | |||
* [[Maternal health]] | |||
* [[Gender equality]] | |||
[[Category:Women's health]] | |||
[[Category:Public health]] | |||
[[Category:Gender studies]] | |||
Latest revision as of 21:45, 4 March 2025
Overview of women's health issues and concerns
Women's health refers to the branch of medicine that focuses on the treatment and diagnosis of diseases and conditions that affect a woman's physical and emotional well-being. Women's health encompasses a wide range of issues, including reproductive health, menstrual cycle, contraception, fertility, pregnancy, childbirth, and menopause.
Overview[edit]
Women's health is a broad field that covers a variety of health issues specific to women. It includes the study of conditions that are unique to women, more common in women, or that manifest differently in women than in men. Women's health also involves the social, economic, and cultural factors that influence women's health outcomes.
Reproductive Health[edit]
Reproductive health is a crucial aspect of women's health, encompassing a wide range of issues such as family planning, contraception, sexually transmitted infections, and maternal health. Access to reproductive health services is essential for women's autonomy and empowerment.
Family Planning[edit]
Family planning allows individuals and couples to anticipate and attain their desired number of children and the spacing and timing of their births. It is achieved through the use of contraceptive methods and the treatment of involuntary infertility.
Maternal Health[edit]
Maternal health refers to the health of women during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period. Ensuring maternal health is critical for reducing maternal mortality and improving the health of mothers and their children.
Menstrual Health[edit]
Menstrual health is an important aspect of women's health, involving the management of menstruation and related conditions such as dysmenorrhea, premenstrual syndrome, and menstrual disorders.
Menopause[edit]
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Menopause is a natural biological process that marks the end of a woman's menstrual cycles. It is diagnosed after 12 months without a menstrual period and typically occurs in women in their 40s or 50s. Menopause can cause various symptoms, including hot flashes, night sweats, and mood changes.
Violence Against Women[edit]
Violence against women is a significant public health issue that affects women's physical and mental health. It includes domestic violence, sexual assault, and female genital mutilation (FGM).
Female Genital Mutilation[edit]
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FGM involves the partial or total removal of external female genitalia for non-medical reasons. It is a violation of the human rights of girls and women and has no health benefits. FGM can lead to severe health complications, including chronic pain, infections, and complications in childbirth.
Access to Healthcare[edit]
Access to healthcare is a critical issue in women's health. Barriers to healthcare access can include economic, social, and cultural factors, as well as geographic and systemic barriers.
Healthcare in Developing Countries[edit]
In many developing countries, women face significant challenges in accessing healthcare services. These challenges can include a lack of healthcare facilities, trained healthcare providers, and financial resources.
Advocacy and Policy[edit]
Advocacy for women's health involves promoting policies and practices that improve health outcomes for women. This includes efforts to increase access to healthcare, improve healthcare quality, and address social determinants of health.
Gender Equality[edit]
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Gender equality is essential for improving women's health outcomes. Efforts to promote gender equality include addressing gender-based violence, improving access to education, and ensuring equal opportunities in the workforce.
