| Edition |
First edition. |
| Description |
xvi, 254 pages ; 24 cm |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages [221]-236) and index. |
| Summary |
Exposes that all medical models -- in research and practice -- are male-centric and shows how the biological, biochemical, psychological, and neurological differences between men and women affect issues such as preventative care, emergency care, drug prescriptions, and pain management. Also looks at how race, class, and gender identity are disproportionately affected by this. |
| Subject |
Women's health services.
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Women -- Health and hygiene.
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Sexism in medicine.
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Discrimination in medical care.
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| ISBN |
9780738246765 (hardcover) |
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073824676X (hardcover) |
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