Reading Corner
Raising hope: Dr. Carmencita D. Padilla, the Filipina national scientist saving and protecting lives through genetic research
Vogue Philippines celebrates International Women’s Day through “Raising Hope,” in a call for nominations of inspiring women. Discover the story of Dr. Carmencita D. Padilla, a Filipina National Scientist saving lives and paving the way for next-generation geneticists.
Role of male allies in forging gender equity in health leadership
The path to gender equality has been fraught with unexpected obstacles. The advancements once applauded are now facing setbacks — notably from the COVID-19 pandemic that unequally burdened women and girls, interrupting their educational achievements and economic contributions. To truly advance gender equity in health leadership, we must look critically at how men, who often hold the majority of leadership roles, can become active participants in this transformation.
Why we must never repeat the mistakes of a 'gender-blind' COVID response
Pandemics are bad for women’s health – but they are also bad for their labour rights, suggests research from Matahari Global Solutions and the People’s Vaccine Alliance. Harry Bignell and Abha Jeurkar set out key gendered impacts of the pandemic – including the impact on trans and non-binary people – and call for pressure on global leaders to make sure we avoid them in future.
State of World Population Report 2024
The United Nations Populations Fund recently released the State of World Population 2024, entittled Interwomen Lives, Threads of Hope. This report contains many examples of programmes and efforts that have expanded access to, and uptake of, quality care, usually with interventions tailored by and for those most in need.
Why is period shame still taking lives of first-time menstruators in India?
Dr. Shivangi Sharma, a medical doctor and a public health researcher from WGH India wrote about the prevalence of period shame in India, when a teen in Mumbai, India recently died by suicide upon having her first period. She provides strong solutions and recommendations in the article.
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It’s all connected: gender justice for planetary health – including at national and local level
Deepika Saluja, Chair of WGH India, calls for a more inclusive approach to environmental health policies. Highlighting how gender-blind strategies exacerbate inequalities, the article argues for the integration of gender perspectives in planetary health. It stresses the importance of accountability and diverse leadership in creating effective and equitable health responses.