Women's Health: A Priority for Global Economic Growth According to the World Economic Forum
Investing in Women’s Health
The World Economic Forum (WEF) announced a powerful case for prioritizing women’s health through its new research. Making a strong argument, the WEF reveals that addressing the current women’s health gap can potentially unlock $400 billion in global GDP by 2040. This was highlighted at their annual meeting with the launch of the Women's Health Impact Tracking platform, introducing an essential tool designed to monitor health gaps faced by millions.
Key Findings from the WEF Report
In a collaboration with the McKinsey Health Institute, the report titled Blueprint to Close the Women's Health Gap sheds light on the stark disparities in women’s health outcomes. Notably, women spend 25% more years in poor health compared to men. The research identifies nine key health conditions critical to reducing the global disease burden.
- Maternal hypertensive disorders
- Postpartum hemorrhage
- Ischemic heart disease
- Cervical cancer
- Breast cancer
- Endometriosis
- Menopause
- Migraine
- Premenstrual syndrome
Addressing these health conditions could lead to an addition of 2.5 healthy days per woman annually.
Urgent Actions Needed
Key actions proposed include investing in better data collection, funding research around women-specific health concerns, and tailoring clinical practices to meet women’s unique healthcare needs. The WEF urges governments, private sectors, and communities worldwide to act now for health equity and economic benefit.
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