Key Terms
Public Health in Pharmacy Practice
A Casebook, 2nd Edition
Natural framework
Sexuality is a normal human function, equal to any other bodily function; should be taught with the same emphasis as oth
Sacred framework
Sexuality is treated differently from other bodily functions; this sacredness is widely respected but can render the sub
Additionally
To ensure people have the knowledge to make healthy sexual decisions.
Evidence-based reality
Countries with more structured sex education teaching have lower rates of teenage pregnancy. When young people are educa
Role
Noted that COVID-19 has the potential to increase the prevalence of harmful practices (child marriage, FGM) due to:
UNFPA position
While legislation and guidelines are helpful, changing social norms is the key to achieving gender equality and eliminat
Parent organization
US Agency for International Development (USAID)
Function
Conducts surveys and analyzes data on health, HIV, and nutrition in countries worldwide.
Key statistic
As of 2014, an estimated 225 million women in developing regions had an unmet need for modern contraception.
Child marriage
Practiced in many countries globally; particularly harmful to women and girls.
Female genital mutilation (FGM)
Practiced in many countries globally; particularly harmful to women and girls.