PYMNTS.com April 19, 2024
Health is wealth, in more ways than one. That’s because disparities in healthcare spending between patients are highly correlated to disparities in health outcomes.
And, due to the historical underrepresentation and undertreatment of women in various healthcare specialties, the situation is particularly exacerbated when viewed through the lens of gender.
The ongoing underinvestment in women’s health is not a new trend, but the consequences are becoming increasingly dire.
“Women are spending less than men on healthcare, and report that financial constraints are a main barrier for them when accessing the care that they want and need,” Erin Gadhavi, senior vice president, general manager, wellness, Synchrony, told PYMNTS.
“Women are the CEOs of their households, and they’re not prioritizing...
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