1. What are the main causes of gender disparities in women's health?
Gender disparities in women's health are often caused by cultural norms, unequal access to education and healthcare, gender-based violence, and socio-economic factors like poverty.
2. How does access to education affect women's health outcomes?
Education empowers women to make informed health choices, improves maternal and child health, and leads to better overall health outcomes for women and their families.
3. Why is maternal health such a critical issue in developing countries?
Maternal health remains critical in developing countries due to inadequate healthcare facilities, lack of skilled healthcare workers during childbirth, and the high prevalence of preventable complications.