stephannie Adinde
Development Digest: The Gender Implications of COVID-19
Data shows that men are more likely to die from COVID-19. However, around the world women will be disproportionately affected by the social and economic impact of the pandemic.
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Women make up 70% of the health workforce globally and are on the front lines of the response. In this sector, there is an average gender pay gap of 28%.
As a result of the burgeoning pressure on health systems, access to contraception, abortion, maternal health and menstrual hygiene products & services have declined.
