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Gender & Health

Presented By Presented To
Fatiha
Rehman DR Naveed Farah
2024-ag-388 .
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Gender issues related to the Health

● Access to Healthcare: Barriers for women, men, and LGBTQ+


individuals.
● Reproductive Health: Limited access to contraception and maternal
care for women.
● Mental Health: Women face higher depression rates; men under
report mental health issues.
● Violence: Women and LGBTQ+ individuals face higher rates of
violence.
● Occupational Health: Women in unsafe jobs; men in hazardous
industries.
● Intersectionality: Health disparities affected by race , class, and

disability.
Global statistics about Gender &
Health
● Women in Health Workforce: Women represent 67%
of the global paid health and care workforce, while
performing 76% of unpaid caregiving
● Unmet Health Coverage: Around 4.5 billion people
globally lack access to essential health services, with
women disproportionately affected
● Gender-Based Violence: 1 in 3 women worldwide
experience physical or sexual violence during their
lifetime.
Global statistics about Gender & Health

● Impact of Gender Norms on Men: Rigid


masculinity norms contribute to higher rates of
smoking, alcohol use, and violence among men.

● Access to Health Services: Gender-based


discrimination limits women's access to
healthcare, increasing risks such as malnutrition,
poor reproductive health, and maternal death.
Pakistan Related Statistics

● Maternal mortality rate in Pakistan is 186 per


100,000 live births (UNICEF).
● Around 30% of women in Pakistan experience
gender-based violence (UN Women).
● Only 38% of women have access to skilled
healthcare during childbirth.
● Women in rural areas have lower life expectancy
compared to urban women due to limited
healthcare access.
● Gender disparities persist in nutrition, with women
and girls facing higher rates of undernutrition.
Link with SDG's
SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being): Ensuring healthy lives
and promoting well-being for all at all ages.

SDG 5 (Gender Equality): Achieving gender equality and


empowering all women and girls, including in health.
45 55
SDG 10 (Reduced Inequality): Reducing inequalities in health
% %
outcomes, especially among genders.

SDG 1 (No Poverty): Tackling poverty-related health


disparities, particularly for women.

SDG 2 (Zero Hunger): Addressing gender-based malnutrition


and food insecurity.
Related Organizations
UN Organizations:

● WHO: Focuses on gender-responsive health policies and reducing


health inequalities.
● UNFPA: Works on reproductive health, family planning, and gender-
based violence.
● UN Women: Promotes gender equality and women’s access to
healthcare.

International NGOs (INGOs):

● Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF): Provides emergency medical care,


prioritizing gender-sensitive services in conflict zones.
● Oxfam: Works on poverty alleviation and gender equality, improving
access to healthcare for women.
● Amnesty International: Campaigns for gender equality, reproductive
rights, and ending gender-based violence.
Related Organizations
Ministries (Pakistan):

● Ministry of National Health Services: Develops health policies


and ensures gender-sensitive healthcare delivery.
● Ministry of Women Development: Focuses on women’s
empowerment and addressing gender-specific health issues.

National NGOs in Pakistan:

● Aurat Foundation: Promotes women’s rights and addresses


gender-based violence and health disparities.
● HANDS: Provides health and nutrition services, focusing on
women and children in rural areas.
● RSPN: Implements rural development programs with a focus on
gender equality in health access.
Strategies of Organizations/Ministries to Mainstream Gender in Health

WHO: Implements gender-responsive health policies


worldwide.
UNFPA: Provides reproductive health services,
emphasizing gender equity.
UN Women: Advocates for gender-sensitive health care
and reproductive rights.
Médecins Sans Frontières MSF: Delivers gender-
sensitive medical care in conflict and crisis settings.
Oxfam: Focuses on addressing gendered health
inequalities in poverty-stricken regions.
Strategies of Organizations/Ministries to Mainstream Gender in Health

Aurat Foundation: Works on improving access to healthcare


for women, especially in rural areas, and gender-sensitive
health education.

Health and Nutrition Development Society (HANDS):


Provides integrated health and nutrition services targeting
women and children.

Rural Support Programmes Network (RSPN): Focuses on


gender equality through rural development programs,
including access to health services.
Conclusion

● Gender disparities in health are widespread and affect


access to healthcare, nutrition, and overall well-being.
● Global and national efforts are addressing these issues
through policies, programs, and interventions.
● Organizations, both local and international, play a critical role
in promoting gender equality in health.
● Achieving SDGs requires continued focus on gender-specific
health needs and policies.

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