COVID-19 exposed the shortcomings of global healthcare and public infrastructure.
Women’s and girls’ health has been severely affected during the pandemic.
Increased investment in women’s and girls’ health is of utmost urgency.
Every year on 28 May, as the world marks the International Day of Action for Women’s Health, the health of women and girls comes into sharp focus. It is essential, however, to prioritize women’s and girls’ health and healthcare every day. Global and local communities need to take the necessary steps to improve their financial and social security and bridge the gaps in the provision of essential health services.
Poor access to healthcare
Over the past two years, the COVID-19 pandemic has exposed the shortcomings of global health and public infrastructure. Vulnerable populations have disproportionately suffered the impacts of the pandemic….
