Sondos Al Sad
Nov, 2022
“Women should not shoulder the most burden with the least resources, even if they can.”
Population health is the discipline caring for health outcomes and their distribution within a particular community. Public health is the umbrella that enforces changes to ensure all populations are in optimal health conditions.
Women’s health IS a population health. It matters because terms and definitions determine funding and resources, got it? 😉
As women, we share similar stories, and they define our wellness journey in infinite ways.
Oh wait! Let me make sure:
Are you the one making most healthcare decisions on behalf of your family members?
Were you the one who got hit the most with juggling tasks for family members and your own during the COVID-19 pandemic?
Are you the one involved in school PTOs, neighborhood boards and action alerts to protect your loved ones?
Do you struggle getting a break from home chores or employed work when you are not feeling well?
While it is likely a yes to all or most of the above, you shouldered it gracefully and became a victor to change rather than a victim, right?
Our circumstances impact our overall health, epigenetics and generations to come. Managing these issues in 30-minutes clinic encounters is unrealistic. Community awareness and recognition of these contributors are keys to promote wellness and prevent diseases.
For that and more, I choose to focus on women’s health from a public health perspective and shift the conversation from “I know” to “We know, too”.
