by: Dr. Jenny Pronczuk de Garbino
Summary
There is limited epidemiological and statistical data on poisoning in women. Variations on poisoning between males and females are due to differences in the circumstances of exposure and of age, and attributable to changes in social, cultural and economic conditions.
There are certain specific circumstances in which the victims of poisoning worldwide are predominantly women. For instance, women who work indoors are subject to pollution, as are women who work in the flower industry where pesticides are used. Another condition unique to women is that of pregnancy and abortion where women are affected because of exposure to drugs and chemicals. In some societies, women are not given equal status as men and are therefore, deprived f nutrition. These socio-nutritional relationships can affect the health of women. Women's access to health services are also generally poor worldwide. Lastly, women use cosmetics and dyes as dictated by social norms, and are therefore at risk of various chemical exposure.
Continue Reading
No comments:
Post a Comment