Five ways women can champion their own health
In this article, Gillian Rutherford shares how, "Gender disparities and gender roles — such as how much time you spend doing housework, whether you are a child’s primary caregiver and whether you have emotional support at home — add up to extra stress that affects women disproportionately, contributing not just to mental health issues but also to cancer, heart disease and other illnesses."
Learn how women can become advocates for their own health and receive the care they need.
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Feb 28, 2022
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Subject Area
- Mental Health and Wellness
- Information, Referral, & Advocacy
- Physical Activity
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Audience
- Service Providers (Non-profits, Community Organizations, Local government)
- Health Authorities
- Caregivers, Seniors & Volunteers
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