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In a recent publication in the Lancet Public Health journal, analysts have highlighted a striking reality: while women tend to outlive men, they also suffer from poorer health throughout their lifetimes. The study underscores the urgent need for measures to address this imbalance and improve the overall health of women globally. #GenderHealthDisparities #WomensHealth #MensHealth #HealthEquity #PublicHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #GlobalHealth #HealthPolicy #GenderEquality #ResearchForChange

Did you know that women spend 25% more of their lives in debilitating health compared to men? For many diseases, diagnosis comes later in life for women than for men. This gender health gap results in 75 million years of life lost each year due to poor health or early death. Imagine the impact of closing this gap: the 3.9 billion women worldwide could gain an additional seven healthy days each year, or an average of 500 extra healthy days over a lifetime. Addressing this issue is not just a healthcare imperative but a societal one. By prioritising women's health through better research, improved healthcare access, and increased awareness, we can bridge this gap and enhance the quality of life for millions of women globally. https://lnkd.in/g-EpmHMj

On average, women live around 1,606 more days than men do. Yet women spend 25% more time in poor health than men. What are the reasons for this gap in #womenshealthcare? Here are three quick findings from McKinsey's study: 1️⃣ The biggest gaps in efficacy and care delivery are in cardiovascular diseases and cancer. 2️⃣ The total potential gross domestic product (GDP) impact of closing this gap in women's healthcare is $1 trillion. 3️⃣ Lack of innovation in women's healthcare contributes approximately 22% to the healthcare gap. Get more insights in the McKinsey Health Institute's interactive analysis below.

Following the excellent analysis on Women’s Health gap, an interactive country-specific report: 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐭𝐨𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐩𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐆𝐃𝐏 𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐜𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐰𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧’𝐬 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐠𝐚𝐩 𝐢𝐧 𝐂𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐝𝐚: $𝟐𝟕.𝟏 𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐨𝐧

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Women spend 25% more time in poor health than men, according to McKinsey & Company. Why? It comes down to inequities between men and women, including in data and the delivery of care. This is something that needs to be addressed across the world, including within the UK. Quality healthcare is a fundamental right, and we must work together to create a future where it’s accessible to everyone. This begins by capturing health data that is not only credible, but free from bias: https://lnkd.in/eHhXxG-s We discuss this in more detail in this blog, which shares our thoughts on healthcare innovation and inclusivity https://lnkd.in/e4Tz6iS7 #HealthEquity #WomensHealth #DataBias  

🔍Continuing the spotlight on the morbidity-mortality paradox, the White House announced yesterday a $100 million federal investment into research and development for women's health. As context, the McKinsey Health Institute recently reported on the stark landscape of women's health. Let's unpack the numbers: ● 47% of women's global health burden arises from conditions that disproportionately affect women and are non-reproductive issues, such as depression and autoimmune diseases. ● Women experience delayed diagnoses compared to men, with one Denmark study citing up to 4.5 years longer for conditions like diabetes and 2.5 years longer for cancer. ● Viagra worldwide sales hit a record $2.1 billion in 2012. Women-specific conditions such as endometriosis and menopause have similar prevalence and high unmet need → enormous economic potential ● Addressing the gap in women's health research could boost the global economy by $1 trillion annually by 2040. This fund and venture/PE investments in women's and digital health signal a welcomed shift to more equitable healthcare. The tide is turning. 📈 https://lnkd.in/gC8attA7 #DigitalHealth #FemTech #HealthEquity #WomensHealth

This article from the World Economic Forum and McKinsey Health Institute address woman’s health gap. Heart attacks, endometriosis, autism, and autoimmune diseases are four underdiagnosed conditions in women that highlight the issue of systemic underdiagnosis and treatment disparities. Addressing this gap could add millions of healthy years to women's lives and provide a significant economic boost. #women #health https://lnkd.in/eC6Wgtah

AccendoWave - A Pain #Data Company While longer life expectancies for men and women have been a societal success story, this is not the full picture. Despite living longer than men, women spend 25% more of their lives in poor health. Health burdens have a heavy impact on women’s lives, with ripple effects for broader society. To address these issues, the World Economic Forum and the McKinsey Health Institute have released a new insight report as part of the Forum's Women’s Health Initiative. The report addresses the root causes of the women’s health gap (focused on science, data, care delivery and investment) and charts a number of ways forward to close this gap – from incentivizing new financing models to investing in women-centric research and implementing more inclusive health policies. Addressing the women’s health gap could potentially boost the global economy by at least $1 trillion annually by 2040. Investing in women's health – which is more than just sexual or reproductive health – is therefore not only a matter of health equity, but a chance to help women have expanded workforce participation. Most importantly, it would help them live healthier lives. A Top 4 Global Health Equity Solution and Top 15 Global Remote Monitoring Company, AccendoWave, benchmarks objective brain wave pain data (specialty, gender, age) and has nine #pain databases: Emergency Department, Maternal Health, Oncology, MSK, Medical Surgical, ICU, Women, Adults, Seniors to eliminate bias, improve outcomes and reduce health care costs. If desired, AccendoWave can also create customized pain databases for partners that can be accessed on the Datavant platform.

On International Women's Day, how can we prioritize women's health globally? The latest Gallup-Hologic, Inc. Global Women’s Health Index reveals alarming post-pandemic trends. Billions of women go untested for cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening conditions, and many don't feel safe walking alone at night, impacting their daily lives. Additionally, nearly 1 billion women struggle to afford food and shelter, affecting their health. It's time for urgent global action to address these issues and accelerate progress on women's health. Let's work together to prioritize the health and well-being of women worldwide. #InternationalWomensDay #WomensHealth #GlobalHealth