WOMEN AND THE GLOBALIZATION MOVEMENT: AN APPRAISAL OF LOCAL AND FOREIGN HEALTH POLICIES IN NIGERIA
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Irresp ective of the level of development of any people, health is one major
yardstick often used to determine actual growth and overall development
of such nation state. Considering the importance of good health to
productivity and stability of a given nation, this paper critically examines
the impact of globalization movement on indigenous and foreign health
policies in Nigeria, with p articular focus on women. This paper traces the
origin and goals of key health policies in Nigeria, specifically the Ba5ic
Health Service Scheme (BHSS) and the National Health Insurance
Scheme (NHIS). In addition, the activities of World Health Organization &
Family Health International, in promoting world health are critically
examined. The paper concludes with the impact of globalization on health
policies in relation to its impact on women and recommends positive steps
for the way forward.
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HM Sociology