When this Series on gender equality, norms, and health was first conceptualised in 2015, we were surprised by how little targeted effort and impact had been achieved at this intersection, despite compelling evidence that gender equality improves health and wellbeing.1,2 The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the universal health coverage goals demand greater attention to the social determinants of health, including gender, and more integrated, multisectoral programming to enable all people to reach their full human potential.
Original Article: [Comment] Why now for a Series on gender equality, norms, and health?