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Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Sociology
  • Health Sciences

Background:

  • The analysis focuses on intersectionality as a framework for understanding social determinants of women's health.
  • It addresses the need to clarify the application of intersectionality in health sciences research.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To promote discussion on intersectionality and its role in analyzing social determinants of women's health.
  • To explore the evolution of determinant analysis and the necessity of an intersectional approach.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review and theoretical reflection on intersectionality and social determinants of health.
  • Historical analysis of determinant frameworks.
  • Examination of Latin American theoretical perspectives.

Main Results:

  • Highlights the importance of defining intersectionality within health research.
  • Underscores the need for an intersectional approach to understand women's health social determinants.
  • Identifies limitations and possibilities in combining intersectionality and social determinants frameworks.

Conclusions:

  • Interdisciplinary research with clear epistemological frameworks is crucial.
  • Combining intersectionality and social determinants of health offers a deeper understanding.
  • This synergy is vital for addressing complex health disparities in women.