Unwell Women
Unwell Women
Medical Myths and Misdiagnosis Through a Patriarchal Lens
About This Book
Unwell Women (2021) examines how medical practitioners have systematically misunderstood and incorrectly diagnosed female patients across centuries. Using historical evidence, the book exposes the gender-based prejudices that have influenced medical science and shares the accounts of pioneering women who fought to reform traditional medical beliefs.
Who Should Read This?
- Healthcare providers seeking to recognize historical and present-day prejudices in medical practice
- Women experiencing chronic health conditions who face dismissal in medical environments
- Those interested in examining how patriarchal systems have influenced medical science
Continue reading
Create a free account to read the full summary, key ideas, and author insights.
