Madhivanan Chapter The health of the world's women (original) (raw)

The document highlights the critical health disparities faced by women across various life stages, emphasizing the role of social and structural factors in shaping these inequalities. It categorizes women's health issues from conception through old age, detailing the impacts of gender preferences, inadequate healthcare, and maternal mortality, particularly in developing countries. The conclusions call for a multifaceted approach involving multiple stakeholders to address these systemic problems affecting women's health globally.