Eidsness L, Wilson A L
Department of the Internal Medicine, USD School of Medicine, Sioux Falls.
S D J Med. 1994 Jul;47(7):227-9.
In recent years women's health concerns have received considerable attention. Both women and the medical establishment have recognized how biases of the past have affected clinical decision making and research affecting women's health. This article explores potential responses to these deficiencies. It suggests that training for health professionals that helps them become more attentive to patient's concerns and respectful of their autonomy will benefit all patients, regardless of gender. In addition, research that focuses upon women's health will benefit all of society.
近年来，女性健康问题受到了广泛关注。女性和医疗机构都已经认识到过去的偏见是如何影响临床决策以及影响女性健康的研究的。本文探讨了针对这些不足可能的应对措施。文章指出，为医疗专业人员提供培训，帮助他们更加关注患者的关切并尊重患者的自主权，将使所有患者受益，无论其性别如何。此外，专注于女性健康的研究将使整个社会受益。
