DATE: October 17, 2026 at 09:13AM
SOURCE: SOCIALPSYCHOLOGY.ORG
TITLE: Women More Often Told Autoimmune Conditions Are "Psychological"
Source: The Guardian
Women with autoimmune conditions are up to 74% more likely than men to be told their symptoms are psychological, and they face much longer waits for a diagnosis and treatment, a new study suggests. About one in 10 people globally are affected by autoimmune conditions, which can cause a range of health issues such as fatigue, muscle pain, and rashes. But the study found a stark gender divide when it comes to how signs of the conditions are...
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