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Gender Aspects of TB
Learning ObjectivesGender Aspects of TB
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Although more men are affected by TB, women and transgender persons experience the disease differently. Gender differences and inequalities play a significant role in how people of all gender access and receive healthcare services.
Gender difference in | Men | Women |
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Undernutrition, their role as caretakers and the use of solid fuel for cooking puts women at risk for TB |
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Transgender population often has low literacy, low education levels and are poor. A high proportion of transgender persons are known to smoke, consume alcohol and use drugs. All these factors make them vulnerable to TB.
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