Today is International Women's Day and a good time to reflect that women play a pivotal role in health care. In fact, women constitute 76 percent of the US health workforce, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. This proportion far exceeds the representation of women in the overall workforce, where they make up nearly one-half of all employed workers. However, despite the considerable presence of women in healthcare, the sector continues to grapple with gender inequalities, including pay and leadership, surpassing many other industries in comparison. For this reason, on IWD, I would like to particularly highlight the groundbreaking work of an inspiring and incredibly talented woman, Claudia Goldin, Nobel Laureate in economics. Her work has shed light on some of the key underlying factors contributing to gender disparities in labor markets. If you would like to read something today to honor this day, it would be worth spending a bit of time with some of her writings. Her work is a good reminder that a more equitable health workforce not only fosters productivity but also harnesses the diverse talents of women to better serve patients and their families. As we commemorate International Women's Day, let us reaffirm our commitment to promoting gender equality in healthcare and beyond and create a more inclusive and equitable society for all. #InternationalWomensDay
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Happy International Women’s Day!
We’re celebrating women who have changed the world. Here are all of the amazing women who have received the #NobelPrize and their remarkable achievements at the time of the award.
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