Sex- and Gender-Based Analysis in Public Health

This book is the first to focus on sex- and gender-based analysis (SGBA) in public health, addressing the dearth of thinking, practice, and publication on SGBA and public health. The Canadian government is a global leader in seeking gender equity and mandating SGBA in federal initiatives, programs, and policies, but public health is lagging behind. The book analyses the movement toward SGBA in Canada and internationally, highlighting key examples of public health concern such as HIV/AIDS and tobacco use.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 170 pages
Publication date: 18 June 2022
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

This groundbreaking book is a pioneering exploration of sex- and gender-based analysis (SGBA) in public health, addressing the significant lack of thinking, practice, and publication on this critical topic. The Canadian government stands as a global leader in championing gender equity and integrating SGBA into federal initiatives, programs, and policies, persistently advocating for its widespread adoption. While SGBA has gained traction in various fields, public health lags behind, highlighting the need for increased awareness and implementation.

In this comprehensive analysis, the book delves into the movement toward SGBA in Canada and internationally, showcasing key examples of public health concerns such as HIV/AIDS and tobacco use. A diverse team of esteemed experts, drawn from the fields of SGBA, public health, program evaluation, policy development, and research, collaborated to author this book. Collectively, the authors and editors possess extensive expertise in SGBA and public health both nationally and internationally, with a substantial body of work published in the SGBA literature.

The chapters, organized under three thematic content areas: the SGBA terrain in public health, illustrative examples from the field, and the implications of SGBA in public health, offer a comprehensive exploration of this evolving field. Topics covered within these chapters include:

Sex- and Gender-Based Analyses and Advancing Population Health: This chapter examines the role of SGBA in advancing population health and promoting equity. It explores how SGBA can help identify and address health disparities, improve health outcomes, and promote health equity.

Beyond "Womens Cancers": Sex and Gender in Cancer Health and Care: This chapter highlights the importance of considering sex and gender in cancer health and care. It explores how gender-specific factors influence cancer risk, diagnosis, treatment, and outcomes, and discusses strategies for addressing gender disparities in cancer care.

Women, Alcohol, and the Public Health Response: Moving Forward from Avoidance, Inattention, and Inaction to Gender-Based Design: This chapter examines the public health response to alcohol use among women. It explores how gender-based biases and stereotypes contribute to alcohol-related harm and inaction, and proposes gender-responsive approaches to alcohol prevention, treatment, and recovery.

Understanding Pandemics Through a Sex- and Gender-Based Analysis Plus (SGBA+) Lens: This chapter explores the application of SGBA to understand pandemics. It examines how sex and gender-based factors influence the spread, impact, and response to pandemics, and discusses strategies for promoting health equity and reducing the disproportionate burden of pandemics on marginalized communities.

Sex- and Gender-Based Analysis and the Social Determinants of Health: Public Health, Human Rights, and Incarcerated Youth: This chapter explores the intersection of SGBA and the social determinants of health. It examines how sex and gender-based inequalities contribute to health disparities and social exclusion, and discusses strategies for addressing these issues in public health practice.

Gender-Transformative Public Health Approaches: This chapter explores gender-transformative public health approaches that aim to promote gender equity and social justice. It discusses how SGBA can be used to promote gender-responsive policies, programs, and practices, and promote health and well-being for all individuals, regardless of gender.

Sex- and Gender-Based Analysis in Public Health: This chapter provides an overview of the importance of SGBA in public health. It explores how SGBA can help identify and address health disparities, improve health outcomes, and promote health equity.

This book is an essential resource for graduate-level students and trainees in the fields of public health, gender studies, sociology, and social sciences. It offers a comprehensive and up-to-date understanding of SGBA and its implications for public health practice, policy, and research. By integrating sex and gender into public health analysis, this book contributes to the development of a more equitable and inclusive society, where everyone has the opportunity to thrive and reach their full potential.

Weight: 296g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030719319
Edition number: 1st ed. 2021