Gender Medicine: A Reality or a Hope?
<p id="p1">Gender medicine has emerged as a critical field in healthcare, focusing on the biological and social differences between men and women. Traditionally, medical research and practices were largely shaped by a binary model of gender, often neglecting the health needs of women, transgender, a...
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| Lenguaje: | inglés |
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IntechOpen
2025
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| Acceso en línea: | https://www.intechopen.com/chapters/1213607 |
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| Sumario: | <p id="p1">Gender medicine has emerged as a critical field in healthcare, focusing on the biological and social differences between men and women. Traditionally, medical research and practices were largely shaped by a binary model of gender, often neglecting the health needs of women, transgender, and non-binary individuals. This manuscript explores the evolution of gender medicine, examining the historical marginalization of women in clinical research and the cultural stereotypes that have influenced medical practice. The rise of gender medicine reflects the growing recognition of the complex ways in which both biological and social gender differences impact health outcomes and treatment responses. The manuscript highlights the shift toward a gender-neutral approach that moves beyond the traditional male/female binary, advocating for personalized care that includes diverse gender identities. Despite significant progress, challenges remain, including entrenched gender norms in healthcare institutions and the need for better training among healthcare providers. This paper concludes by discussing the future of gender medicine, emphasizing the importance of inclusivity and equity in shaping a healthcare system that adapts to the needs of a diverse patient population.</p> |
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| ISBN: | 978-1-83634-080-5 |
| DOI: | 10.5772/intechopen.1010734 |