Gender and Health

Book Details

• Publisher: Rawat Publications

• Author: Madhu Nagla

• Language: English

• Edition: 1/e (2013)

• ISBN: 9788131605783

• Pages: 240

• Cover: Hardcover

• Dimensions: 8.6 x 5.8 x 0.9 inches

About the Book

The intersection of gender and health in India reveals a deeply entrenched disparity rooted in the country’s patriarchal social structure. Gender and Health by Madhu Nagla offers a thought-provoking examination of how gender inequality adversely affects women’s health outcomes, which in turn has far-reaching implications for the well-being and development of children. The book brings together a compelling collection of articles that critically reflect on the persistent gender-based disparities in healthcare access, quality, and outcomes.

Through a blend of theoretical insights and empirical research, this volume explores the multifaceted dimensions of women’s health, encompassing their rights, medical experiences, and the legal frameworks established to address their reproductive and mental health needs. It highlights the urgent necessity of mainstreaming gender concerns into health policies and institutional practices to foster equity and justice in healthcare delivery.

Designed to spark scholarly debate and guide future research, this book is an essential resource for students, researchers, public health professionals, and policymakers who are committed to understanding and addressing the challenges at the nexus of gender and health in India.