Gendered health, economic, social and safety impact of COVID-19 on adolescents and young adults in Nairobi, Kenya.

Michele R DeckerShannon N WoodMary ThiongoMeagan E ByrneBianca DevotoRosemary MorganKristin G BevilacquaAnaise WilliamsH Colleen StuartGrace Wamue-NgareLori HeiseNancy GlassPhilip AnglewiczElizabeth GummersonPeter Gichangi

Published in: PloS one (2021)

Youth and young adults face gendered impacts of COVID-19, reflecting both underlying disparities and the pandemic's economic and social shock. Economic, health and technology-based supports must ensure equitable access for young women. Gender-responsive recovery efforts are necessary and must address the unique needs of youth.

Keyphrases

mental health
coronavirus disease
sars cov
young adults
healthcare
public health
physical activity
respiratory syndrome coronavirus
health information
life cycle
drug delivery
quality improvement
risk assessment
human health