The European Institute of Women’s Health’s (EIWH) research reports and communication materials highlight that the incidence and prevalence of some diseases are higher in women than men, while others affect men and women differently. Gender is an important variable in understanding health and health behaviour. For example, in response to the EU Commission’s consultation on health inequalities (2009), the Institute recommended that more information and awareness on certain diseases pertinent to women was needed.
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