Answer to Question #263981 in Sociology for ria

Question

• Describe what the notion of health inequality entails and discuss the gender related health inequalities experienced in South Africa.

Answer 1

Health inequalities in South Africa involve the unfair, avoidable, and systematic differences in health observed among populations or between the various social groups within the same population. The gender-related health inequalities experienced in South Africa include that women live in increased poverty levels and can therefore not afford healthcare services. Moreover, women in South Africa are more likely to suffer from poor health compared to men. Gender-based violence has also contributed to the various health inequalities that are reported in South Africa.