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Doing Harm: The Truth About How Bad Medicine And Lazy Science Leave Women Dismissed, Misdiagnosed, And Sick
Doing Harm: The Truth About How Bad Medicine And Lazy Science Leave Women Dismissed, Misdiagnosed, And Sick
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Maya Dusenbery brings together scientific and sociological research, interviews with experts within and outside the medical establishment, and personal stories from regular women to provide the first comprehensive, accessible look at how sexism in medicine harms women today. In addition to offering a clear-eyed explanation of the root causes of this insidious and entrenched bias and laying out its effects, she suggests concrete steps we can take to cure it.
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Uncovers sexism in medicine harming women’s health.
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Who is this book for?
If you're interested in understanding how systemic bias impacts women's health, this book is a compelling and eye-opening read. Maya Dusenbery combines expert insights with real stories to show how gender bias in medicine can have dangerous consequences. It's an essential book for anyone concerned with social justice and healthcare reform.