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Gender norms, roles and relations vary from society to society and evolve over time. They are often upheld and reproduced in the values, legislation, education methods, faith, media and other establishments of the society in which they exist. When people or teams do not “fit” established gender norms they usually face stigma, discriminatory practices or social exclusion – all of which adversely have an effect on health. Gender can also be hierarchical and infrequently displays Health News unequal relations of energy, producing inequalities that intersect with other social and economic inequalities. Gender norms, roles and relations, and gender inequality and inequity, have an effect on people’s health all around the world. This Q&A examines the hyperlinks between gender and health, highlighting WHO’s ongoing work to deal with gender-related barriers to healthcare, advance gender equality and the empowerment of girls and women in all their variety, and achieve health for all.