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Gender and health
BNS 323: Gender and Health
An exploration of how gender as a social construct influences health behaviors, outcomes, and the delivery of healthcare services.
Course Content
Explore the detailed topics covered in Gender and Health.
Understanding Gender and Health
Current National & International DebatesNotes coming soon
Definitions: Sex vs. GenderNotes coming soon
Social Determinants of Health & GenderNotes coming soon
Gender Mainstreaming & Gender-Based Violence
Gender Mainstreaming in HealthcareNotes coming soon
Definition & Types of GBVNotes coming soon
Domestic & Sexual ViolenceNotes coming soon
Health Sector Response to GBVNotes coming soon
Socialization and Health Outcomes
Impact of Socialization on HealthNotes coming soon
Masculinity & Men's HealthNotes coming soon
Femininity & Women's HealthNotes coming soon
Gender-Specific Health Issues & Best Practices
Maternal Health as a Gender IssueNotes coming soon
Specific Men's Health IssuesNotes coming soon
Menopause and AndropauseNotes coming soon
Principles of Gender-Sensitive CareNotes coming soon
Advocacy for Gender-Responsive PoliciesNotes coming soon
Key References
A selection of key texts and resources cited for this subject area.
- Cherry, B & Jacob, SR (2008) Contemporary Nursing: Trends, and Management: Mosby
- Aiken, TD, (2004) Legal, Ethical, and Political Issues in Nursing: FA Davis Company
- World Health Organization. (Various publications on gender, health, and violence).
- Sen, G., George, A., & Östlin, P. (Eds.). (2002). Engendering international health: the challenge of equity. MIT Press.
