2019, Vol. 1, Issue 1, Part A

Author(s): Sadhana Singh

Abstract: Women account for nearly half of world population. They are the primary caregivers. But due to many biological and socio-cultural factors like early marriages, gender biases, malnutrition, illiteracy and poverty their health status stays compromised. Indian women too suffer the brunt of poor health due to the above-mentioned factors. The advances in the field of medicine and health technology have increased the expectancy of life for women too, but that has not been able to necessarily ensure them a better well-being. This paper is an attempt to explore in detail what ails women’s health status in India and possible solutions.

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