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1Author Affiliations: School of Nursing, Soonchunhyang University, Asan, Chungnam, South Korea (Dr Kim); and College of Nursing, Sustainable Health Research Institute, Gyeongsang National University, Jinju, Gyeongnam, South Korea (Dr Yu).
ANS. Advances in Nursing Science
|May 21, 2025
Summary
This review examines maternal health disparities using intersectional feminist theory, focusing on South Korea. It highlights how socioeconomic status, digital divides, and AI bias worsen maternal vulnerability, advocating for intersectionality in nursing science.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Nursing Science
- Feminist Theory
Background:
- Maternal health disparities persist globally, influenced by complex socioeconomic and structural factors.
- South Korea presents a unique case study for examining localized maternal health inequities.
- Existing research often overlooks the intersecting impacts of gender, labor, and inequality on maternal health outcomes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To interrogate maternal health disparities through an intersectional feminist lens.
- To analyze the compounding effects of socioeconomic status, digital divides, and algorithmic bias on maternal vulnerability.
- To advocate for the integration of intersectionality within nursing science and healthcare innovation.
Main Methods:
- Systematic literature review applying intersectional feminist theory.
- Analysis of global maternal health trends and South Korean specific data.
- Critical evaluation of gender gaps in nursing research and leadership.
Main Results:
- Socioeconomic status, digital divides, and AI algorithmic bias exacerbate maternal health risks.
- Gender gaps in nursing research and leadership contribute to systemic inequities.
- Intersectional analysis reveals compounded vulnerabilities for marginalized mothers.
Conclusions:
- Adoption of intersectionality is crucial for addressing maternal health disparities.
- Nursing science must integrate intersectional frameworks to promote equitable healthcare.
- Inclusive innovation is needed to redress inequities in maternal care.
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