scholarly journals Victims of Inequalities: Health Situation of Black and Poor Women Confronting COVID-19

2021 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Débora Laésia Saraiv Ribeiro ◽  
Aucília Braga Moreira ◽  
Francisco Targinio Menezes Feitoza ◽  
Fabian Danilo Unigarro Ramirez ◽  
Modesto Leite Rolim Neto
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2004 ◽  
Author(s):  
Parsa Mirhaji ◽  
S. Lillibridge ◽  
R. Richesson ◽  
J. Zhang ◽  
J. Smith

2017 ◽  
Vol 47 (187) ◽  
pp. 193-212
Author(s):  
Ehrlich Martin ◽  
Thomas Engel ◽  
Manfred Füchtenkötter ◽  
Walid Ibrahim

The diffusion of digital technologies into industrial working relations results in new developments in professional qualifications as well as an altered health situation of workers. We assume that current tendencies in the organization of employment and work - flexibilization, rationalization and precarization - are being continued and further intensified. Our findings show that technology-driven performance pressures and a growing scope for action of employees do not coincide with a healthy improvement of worker activities and advances in professional qualifications.


Think India ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 22 (3) ◽  
pp. 772-779
Author(s):  
T.Vinsela Jeev

During the DMK regime many welfare schemes for implemented for women especially. This schemes for developments for socio and economic activities for women. The poor women, widows, physically challenged were benefited their schemes. The government allotted lot of sewing machines, Free school books, Midday meal schemes, Small scale Industry, Self help groups, Boating supply for fisher mans and many women teachers were appointed in Elementary school, Middle school, High schools. Women’s were appointed in police Department and also so many schemes for the development of socio and economic condition of the poor women people.


Author(s):  
Yetunde A. Aluko

This paper supports the hypothesis that corruption and non-delivery of services in key sectors such as health have gender-specific poverty consequences. The study utilized qualitative micro-level information about the structures of corruption and its impact on poor women. Respondents expressed their perceptions on the occurrence of corrupt practices in public health care system and its wider impact on society. The findings revealed that the impact of corruption is felt disproportionately by women and the poor, who are most dependent on public services, and have no alternative even when facing corrupt practices in a life threatening situation, such as complicated birth delivery. Pregnant women denied access to doctors tended to deliver at home, which increased the likelihood of complications and maternal and child mortality. Medical supplies meant for public hospitals are sold to private clinics who charge more for drugs and supplies. There is need to strengthen sectoral oversight mechanisms and transparency as well as increase women’s voices in service delivery.


2019 ◽  
pp. 201-207
Author(s):  
N.N. Sokolova ◽  
N.V. Zakharkina ◽  
I.V. Iljin ◽  
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2021 ◽  
pp. 1-10
Author(s):  
James Forty ◽  
Mpho Keetile

Abstract Malaria is a major public health concern in Malawi. This study explored the patterns and correlates of ownership and utilization of ITNs for malaria control among women of reproductive age in Malawi. Data were derived from the multi-stage cross-sectional Malaria Indicator Survey (MIS) conducted in 2017, which followed ITN distribution in 2012 and 2015. Of the 3860 sampled women aged 15–49 years, 88% (3398/3860) and 64% (2473/3860) reported that they owned and utilized ITNs, respectively. Adjusted multivariate logistic regression analysis showed that the odds of ownership of ITNs were significantly low among women with no education (AOR = 0.36, CI = 0.18–0.72), those with primary education (AOR = 0.50, CI = 0.27–0.94) and poor women (AOR = 0.70, CI = 0.51–0.97). Similarly, the odds of utilization of ITNs were significantly low among women with no education, (AOR = 0.40, CI = 0.26–0.63), primary education (AOR = 0.53, CI = 0.36–0.78) and poor women (AOR = 0.70, CI = 0.51–0.97). Furthermore, the odds of utilization of ITNs were significantly low among women living in households without a radio (AOR = 0.79, CI = 0.67–0.93) and those who have not seen or heard a malaria message in the last 6 months (AOR = 0.74, CI = 0.64–0.87). In order to prevent malaria morbidity and mortality among women of reproductive age, especially those from poor households, the Malawi government and relevant stakeholders need to continue the free distribution of ITNs to the poor and encourage social behaviours that promote the ownership and utilization of ITNs.


2020 ◽  
Vol 30 (Supplement_5) ◽  
Author(s):  
M Pereira ◽  
dos Santos ◽  
H Alves ◽  
Vieira Lima ◽  
S Carvalho Cerqueira ◽  
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Abstract Problem The Salvador Municipal Health Secretariat (MHS) utilizes health data to elaborate technical documents to manage and respond to instances requiring internal or external control. In answer to demands for the modernization and transparency of municipal management, the constitution of a Health Situation Room (HSR) was included in the political agenda of the Secretary, thereby guaranteeing political, technical and operational support for its implementation. Description of the Problem To describe the process of construction of the HSR in the Salvador MHS in 2020. The HSR is a physical, virtual and collective space for the analysis of information, which begins with a data search which allows to understand the information flow, identifying the solicitor and the constructor of the information, the data source and the informational object itself. Results 130 technicians and managers were interviewed, and their responses then categorized into 161 indicators across different themes. The results point out the need to define a spatial analysis unit to be adopted, and to communicate with external actors who demand information, as well as to develop a communication plan for the HSR. Lessons To develop an informational culture oriented by local and central protagonism, generating evidence for decision-making and information transparency for the whole of society. Key messages The Health Situation Room reduces the time between information-decision-action. The Health Situation Room prioritizes interdisciplinary collaboration and increases the efficiency of the health system.


2021 ◽  
pp. 097300522110008
Author(s):  
H. S. Shylendra

As a new generation development programme, the National Rural Livelihood Mission (NRLM) has sought to promote collectives of the poor women as the corner-stone of its strategy for livelihood promotion. The livelihood enhancement is meant to be actualised through a multi-dimensional strategy of livelihood protection and promotion. The paper hypothesised that despite their avowed goal, the collectives of women are bound to face enormous challenges in the livelihood promotion in the absence of an integrated approach more so in the context of neoliberalism. The findings of the paper corroborate the hypothesis to a great extent. Contrary to the theoretical visualisation of institutionalists, collectives of poor have faced challenges in their self-reliant emergence. The intervention has emerged more as a minimalist microfinance with inherent limitations regarding poverty alleviation. The paper concludes that the collectives of NRLM have a long way to go before they can emerge as strong livelihood promoting agencies. Sustained support to build the capacities of the fledging collectives, a reversal of the top–down elements of their multi-tier structure and the strong need for greater role clarity for the collectives along with professional support are some of the policy suggestions.


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