Closing the Workplace Gender Health Gap

Closing the Workplace Gender Health Gap

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Closing the Workplace Gender Health Gap

A discussion on women's health challenges in the workplace and the importance of education, flexibility, and support to close the gender health gap.

English
Canada
HealthLabour MarketGender IssuesGender EqualityProductivityWomen's HealthWorkplace
Globe And MailKpmg CanadaScotiabankSun LifeMckinsey & Company
Dr. Yolanda KirkhamJanet KoLiza VityukDenise CampbellShauna Mueller
What is the economic impact of unmanaged women's health issues?
The economic impact of unmanaged women's health issues is substantial, with significant lost productivity and missed workdays resulting from conditions like menopause and endometriosis.
What are some of the key factors contributing to the workplace gender health gap?
The workplace gender health gap is significantly impacted by a lack of knowledge regarding women's health issues, societal stigmas, and insufficient workplace flexibility.
What steps can employers take to improve the situation for women in the workplace?
Employers can help close this gap by providing educational resources on women's health, offering more workplace flexibility, and creating a supportive environment where women feel comfortable discussing their health concerns.
How do historical misconceptions about women's health affect the current situation?
Misconceptions about women's health, dating back centuries, contribute to the problem, with conditions like menopause and endometriosis often overlooked or misunderstood in the workplace.
What personal anecdotes illustrate the negative impacts of a lack of understanding and support?
Several women shared personal experiences of how a lack of understanding and support from their employers negatively impacted their careers, leading to reduced work hours, career changes, or early retirement.