Gendered nature of
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How has the gendered nature of medicine shifted over time? Using specific examples from our class, show how sexism and patriarchy are prevalent in our current medical care system. Who are the hidden healers and how does this invisible care deal with some of the challenges of the current medical system? Although women account for more than half of the worlds population, there is still an underrepresentation of women in the medical field. The gendered nature of medicine has fluctuated greatly over time due to a variety of social forces, yet despite the efforts to eliminate gender roles, there is still a prevalence of sexism and patriarchy today. Even though men are believed to predominantly be the majority of our doctors, women have served as informal doctors as they act...