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Medical Sexism and Misogyny: The Harm in “Assigned Female at Birth”

      Often used in medical and social contexts, this phrase can inadvertently reinforce harmful stereotypes, limit individu

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Often used in medical and social contexts, this phrase can inadvertently reinforce harmful stereotypes, limit individual identities, and perpetuate societal norms that restrict personal freedom.
 
This highlighted version of a recent podcast episode is a timely take on women’s continuing challenge to the outdated language and views on women’s health, well-being, and safety in medical circles.
 

 

WE are women.

 
WE tell you who we are.
 
You don’t tell us who we are.
 
 
 
 
 
It is harmful to women to force another person’s will upon us in any way, shape, or form. We do not have to tolerate something as dangerous to women’s health as medical misogyny. Listen to women.
 
Taken from the podcast episode:

My Health and Safety Matters Too: Why “Assigned Female at Birth” Sparks Backlash

 

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