The decision of the US supreme court to overturn Roe v Wade, and the winding back of abortion rights in America has led to reflection on rights and access to reproductive healthcare.

Here in Australia, the Minister for Women Katy Gallagher said it was a reminder to Australians to “remain vigilant because hard-fought-for wins before our parliaments can be taken away easily.”

So are women treated equally in Australia’s healthcare system and what still needs to be fought for?

Today, writer and professor of public health at UNSW Gemma Carey, on the gender gap in our healthcare system.

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Guest: Writer and professor of public health at UNSW Gemma Carey

The decision of the US supreme court to overturn Roe v Wade, and the winding back of abortion rights in America has led to reflection on rights and access to reproductive healthcare.Here in Australia, the Minister for Women Katy Gallagher said it was a reminder to Australians to “remain vigilant because hard-fought-for wins before our parliaments can be taken away easily.”So are women treated equally in Australia’s healthcare system and what still needs to be fought for?Today, writer and professor of public health at UNSW Gemma Carey, on the gender gap in our healthcare system.Socials: Stay in touch with us on <a href="http://www.twitter.com/7ampodcast">Twitter</a> and <a href="http://www.instagram.com/7ampodcast">Instagram</a>Guest: Writer and professor of public health at UNSW Gemma Carey

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