Women's health encompasses the full arc of female biology — from puberty through reproductive years, perimenopause, and the longer second half of life — as well as the social and structural factors that shape health outcomes differently for women. For much of medical history, women's health was studied primarily in relation to reproduction; contemporary medicine has begun to correct this, though significant gaps in research and care remain. This life area covers physical health, hormonal changes, reproductive decisions, and the navigation of a healthcare system that is still learning to see women whole.
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