Gender, work and health
Overview
Around the world, women are at a disadvantage compared to men in the various spheres of society and, as a result, their issues have traditionally lacked visibility. Women’s work is no exception. Women’s working conditions are less often researched, and their associated health problems less often diagnosed and compensated for than men’s. This information sheet provides an overview of the differences and inequalities in work and health between women and men, and highlights issues of particular importance to women.
This information sheet provides an overview of the differences and inequalities in work and health between women and men, and highlights issues of particular importance to women, Moreover, it highlights key issues and provides suggestions for action by governments, employers, workers and researchers to improve working conditions and health and well-being with the goal of gender equity.
Updated version - 2011