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Women could lead longer, healthier lives - first global index of women’s health urges action from policymakers

many women, like this woman here, need improved access to medical treatment to protect against potentially life-threatening conditions

'Women’s health is the cornerstone of families, communities, societies and economies' Image: Brooke Cagle

Sean Fleming
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Early childbearing in particular can disrupt education and job opportunities. Image: Hologic Global Women's Health Index

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Women's emotional health by demographic. Image: Hologic Global Women's Health Index
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Women's health and life expectancy. Image: Hologic Global Women's Health Index
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