Nurturing Women's Health through Development

Lipi Mukhopadhyay

Abstract: Health encompasses various dimensions, deeply influenced by environmental, social, cultural, and biological determinants. Crucially, investing in women's health not only combats poverty but also averts maternal and infant mortalities. Given the pivotal role women undertake in preserving the health and vitality of their communities, it is imperative to analyze policies and issues intersecting with agriculture and trade that bear consequences on women's health and nutrition, especially in developing countries. This research critically evaluates agricultural policies, the implications of subsidies, crop selection decisions, and pesticide utilization. Such factors, whether directly or indirectly, exert significant impact on the health and welfare of women, predominantly in underdeveloped and rural regions. Through a comprehensive examination, this paper underscores the necessity to nurture women's health as a cornerstone for sustainable community development.

Keywords: Women's health, Agriculture, Trade, Developing countries