colombia cedaw and women apos s reproductive autonomy

... The conservative social mores that discourage extramarital sex also discourage open discussion of sexuality, condoms, STIs, and HIV/AIDS But open, frank dialogue is key to addressing STIs and other ... countries, especially since women themselves may not recognize the symptoms Prevalence of low birth weight is sometimes used to assess maternal health Low birth weight is usually the result of ... contraceptives’ side effects, and opposition from husbands and relatives are issues commonly cited by women with unmet need Some women report having tried to use contraceptives in the past but finding...

Ngày tải lên: 28/03/2014, 14:20

... discussing women s rights, rights work also raises the issue of spending to address discrimination and disadvantage Over recent years the discourse on human rights has increasingly recognised ... violence kills and harms as many women and girls, between the ages of 15 and 44, as cancer does This results in costs related to health care, police and court services, as well as losses in educational ... non-profit association which works on HIV/AIDS issues TAC has some big aims, such as improving the health system and living conditions of poor people in South Africa But its most successful campaigns focus...

Ngày tải lên: 28/03/2014, 14:20

... The conservative social mores that discourage extramarital sex also discourage open discussion of sexuality, condoms, STIs, and HIV/AIDS But open, frank dialogue is key to addressing STIs and other ... countries, especially since women themselves may not recognize the symptoms Prevalence of low birth weight is sometimes used to assess maternal health Low birth weight is usually the result of ... contraceptives’ side effects, and opposition from husbands and relatives are issues commonly cited by women with unmet need Some women report having tried to use contraceptives in the past but finding...

Ngày tải lên: 28/03/2014, 16:20

... services, and health conditions and behavior ISSN 0-8406-0526-9 Fertility—United States—Statistics Birth control—United States—Statistics Childbirth—United States—Statistics Sex—United States—Statistics ... results of the 1995 survey as soon as possible, this report contains only very simple measures of these background characteristics and is limited to simple statistical measures such as percents ... States—Statistics Pregnancy—United States—Statistics Health behavior—United States—Statistics United States—Statistics, Medical United States—Statistics, Vital I National Center for Health Statistics (U .S. )...

Ngày tải lên: 12/02/2014, 23:20

... associated with postmenopausal women- osteoporosis and cardiovascular disease Because decreased estrogen appears to underlie the disturbing symptoms of the menopausal period as well as the susceptibility ... is an assessment of Policy Issues in the Prevention and Treatment of Osteoporosis (17) That report addresses the costs and effectiveness of the use of estrogen for the treatment of osteoporosis ... premenstrual syndrome (PMS), posthysterectomy depression, and menopausal psychiatric syndromes (24) Much of the current understanding of these disorders is based on myths, unwarranted assumptions,...

Ngày tải lên: 12/02/2014, 23:20

... health-care professionals and access to useful resources and referrals to respond appropriately Screening is one response that raises awareness amongst health services and attempts to improve communication ... neoplasia in comparison with non-abused women This study s findings, which the author cautions should be seen as exploratory and hypothesis-generating in nature, support research which suggests a stress- ... relationships Chronic stress-related problems include functional gastrointestinal disorders, appetite loss and viral infections such as colds and flu (Campbell et al 2002) Central nervous system...

Ngày tải lên: 13/02/2014, 06:20

... report focuses on the risks of hormone disruptors and women s health, but these chemicals also pose risks to males, especially from exposures in the womb Some of these risks include hypospadias (a ... messages to regulate functions in the body Hormone and development, internal balance of body systems disruptors can interfere with this process For example, (called homeostasis) and responses ... surroundings, some can mimic natural hormones and bind to the stress and injury (1) receptors, unlocking the process but sending the wrong message * Hormone disruptors are also referred to as...

Ngày tải lên: 13/02/2014, 06:20

... risk of disease and improve the health and wellness of women? Is physical activity as beneficial for women as research has shown it to be for men? This paper will address this issue by presenting ... preventable disease and death from chronic diseases among racial and ethnic minorities in the United States Also of importance is the disparity that exists among women as compared to men and among women ... American subjects are reviewed here In 1985, Frisch et al assessed prevalence of breast cancer in 5,398 former collegiate women athletes and nonathletes from 10 colleges and universities from classes...

Ngày tải lên: 13/02/2014, 08:20

... depressive illness, anxiety disorders Results General Health Questionnaire 28, Psychiatric Assessment Schedule at 6–8 weeks postpartum Goldberg s Standardised Psychiatric Interview, months postpartum ... identified as: reproductive choice; nutritional status, co-existing infectious diseases; access to information; access to services; and training and skill of health workers (Lissner, 2001) The most prominent ... Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS), a widely used screening and research instrument, has a specific item assessing the presence and intensity of suicidal ideation (Cox, Holden & Sagovsky, 1987)...

Ngày tải lên: 13/02/2014, 10:20

... childbearing Assesses for evidence of domestic violence, sexual abuse, and substance abuse Assesses issues related to sexuality Assesses parental behavior and skills and promotes smooth transition to ... adolescents and adults 13 Assesses and evaluates vague or ill-defined symptoms in adolescents and adults 14 Assesses for psychological manifestations of health problems in adolescents and adults ... status, social support, and nutrition Assesses special risks of institutionalized older adults for common patterns of illness and communicable disease 10 Assesses sexual function and sexual well-being...

Ngày tải lên: 05/03/2014, 13:20

... Governments should issue revised national infant feeding policies that are consistent with global guidelines and latest research WHO and UNICEF should support this process and also regularly assess implementation ... to test and then bring to scale the most effective responses to address these issues One priority is to support programs and then measure progress in reducing stigma and discrimination specifically ... practical standardized protocols in non-medical areas as well Such protocols ideally would include guidelines for health care personnel in regards to discussing issues such as disclosing HIV status and...

Ngày tải lên: 05/03/2014, 13:20

... rewards, statuses, opportunities and roles as shall be discussed below Low educational level is one of the causes and consequences of females’ low socio-economic status In spite of the fact that significant ... access and control profile It indicates the gender based access to resources, control over the use of resources and the benefits of the use of resources Access simply refers to the use of resources ... others, to type of electoral systems in different countries, women s social and economic status, socio-cultural traditions and beliefs about women s place in the family and society, and women s...

Ngày tải lên: 05/03/2014, 13:20

... awareness of smoking and the risks to women' s health need to be addressed I think that discussing smoking risks during visits to gynecologists and midwives could provide strong motivation to cease smoking ... discuss The first two, osteoporosis and peridontal disease, can have serious health consequences, while all three have serious effects on physical appearance Osteoporosis occurs because of estrogen ... suggests that smoking increases with age amongst women due to aggressive advertising campaigns and changes in women s socio-economic status Smoking rates go up among women when they have disposable...

Ngày tải lên: 05/03/2014, 13:20

... benefits and fetal risks Drugs have been classified into categories A, B, C, D and X Multivitamins that have demonstrated no fetal risks after controlled studies in humans are classified as Category ... treatments and don’t dye/perm/straighten your hair with chemical solutions • Avoid x-rays and MRIs • Avoid eating sushi, partially cooked meat or fish, deli meats, or soft cheeses (because of the possibility ... Don’ts • Stop smoking cigarettes, if you • Stop using drugs, if you • Stop drinking beer, wine, and cocktails • Discuss all your medications, vitamins, and supplements with your doctor • Stop tanning...

Ngày tải lên: 05/03/2014, 15:20

... sets standards for physicians and physician assistants regarding their qualifications, standards of practice, assessment, training, and legal responsibilities.245 Exams for physician licenses are ... control laws address issues related to the exit and entry of persons with STIs or HIV/AIDS at airports, sea- ports, and train stations Health and quarantine organs must bar carriers or suspected ... also addresses the issue of STIs and HIV/AIDS in premarital couples If one party is discovered to be in an infectious stage of an infectious disease, such as gonorrhea, syphilis, or HIV/AIDS,494...

Ngày tải lên: 05/03/2014, 20:20

... depressive illness, anxiety disorders Results General Health Questionnaire 28, Psychiatric Assessment Schedule at 6–8 weeks postpartum Goldberg s Standardised Psychiatric Interview, months postpartum ... identified as: reproductive choice; nutritional status, co-existing infectious diseases; access to information; access to services; and training and skill of health workers (Lissner, 2001) The most prominent ... Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS), a widely used screening and research instrument, has a specific item assessing the presence and intensity of suicidal ideation (Cox, Holden & Sagovsky, 1987)...

Ngày tải lên: 06/03/2014, 02:20

... absence de spécificité des sexes dans les politiques et les pratiques carcérales, des violations des droits humains des femmes et l’incapacité accepter que les femmes emprisonnées aient des besoins ... Imprisonment and women s health Résumé Emprisonnement et santé des femmes: préoccupations relatives la spécificité des sexes, aux droits humains et la santé publique La santé des prisonniers est ... en prison une question de santé publique primordiale Les femmes prisonnières constituent une minorité au sein de tous les systèmes carcéraux, et leurs besoins sanitaires spéciaux sont souvent...

Ngày tải lên: 14/03/2014, 14:20

... members were reported as “yes” or “no” responses Women s rights and roles in society were assessed by a response of “agree” or “disagree” These rights were selected on the basis of health and human ... shortness of breath, and/ or rash For children under the age of 59 months, measles vaccination status was assessed by recollection of the female head of household We assessed for major depressive ... our results This study was designed to describe the health and human rights concerns of Sudanese IDP women, and not to test hypotheses or factors associated with specific health outcomes or attitudes;...

Ngày tải lên: 14/03/2014, 14:20

... Rights of Disabled Persons Para Disabled persons, whatever the origin, nature and seriousness of their handicaps and disabilities, have the same fundamental rights as their fellow-citizens ... rights Special measures solely to protect the rights, or secure the advancement, of persons with mental illness shall not be deemed to be discriminatory NATIONAL LAWS AND POLICIES: ISSUES AND ... personal integrity and ensure that laws not discriminate against persons with disabilities with respect to sexual relationships, marriage and parenthood Rule 9.2 Persons with disabilities must...

Ngày tải lên: 14/03/2014, 16:20

... addresses issues of equality of men and women in politics and decision-making processes, the role of women in the economy and society, and issues surrounding the status and health of women and ... president addresses the assembly, gives titles of honor, signs international agreements, requests opinions and information from the directors of state institutions, issues decrees, and sets the ... Poland and Russia differed substantially under state socialism, they shared state socialisms tendency to dene women as mothers, as well as workers The sacricial heroine mother the new socialist...

Ngày tải lên: 16/03/2014, 00:20