Gender Inequality in Health and Access to Healthcare

We often talk about one of the benefits of the Global Goals being the interconnectedness of the issues they address. We cannot achieve Goal 3: Good Health and Well-Being if we do not achieve Goal 5: Gender Equality and vice versa.

As we work towards a more sustainable future, we must focus on these goals and the intersection between these two.

It is important to note here that when we speak of gender inequality within healthcare, we see inequality in men, women and non-binary persons. Many of these barriers we can work to overcome ourselves.

Gender-Based Violence

Unfortunately, for those who experience gender-based violence and harassment, coming forward to a doctor about any issues that could be related to this is not always an easy decision to make. Many women feel shame around gender-based violence or feel embarrassed that they are now a survivor of such behaviour. However, problems can often arise, in physical, mental and emotional form, and can at times require medical attention. If you have suffered from gender-based violence, we encourage you to speak to a doctor. We understand that this can be uncomfortable. In these instances, if you can speak to someone you trust to accompany you — even if it is just to the waiting room — it can sometimes ease any feelings of anxiety…