Equality, diversity and inclusion in women's health
Increase your understanding around the latest facts, research and advice on equality, diversity and inclusion in women’s health. Read more about health inequalities, inclusive language and intersectionality.
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Who is this resource for?
This resource is aimed at nurses and nursing support workers across all settings and levels of practice, including students of health, social work and care professions.What will you learn?
- access to the latest inclusion strategies
- inclusive language and guidelines
- different types of health inequalities
- intersectional approach
- sexual orientation, gender identity and access to health care
- NHS screening programmes and health inequalities
- Equality Act and reasonable adjustments for cervical screening
- Mental Capacity Act/Best Interest process
- how to ask questions in a positive way
- neurodiversity in women’s health
- menopause and women from minority ethnic groups
- health outcomes within minority ethnic groups, including Gypsy and Roma communities
- signposting to information on migrant groups and women’s health care
- principles of good practice for supporting migrants, asylum seekers, refugees, homeless or displaced women.
Resource last reviewed
25 Apr 2024
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