Nairobi, April 13 -- Inadequate representation of women in decision-making roles is impeding the health sector's advancement towards enhanced inclusivity, equity, and health outcomes.

Despite women's prevalence in frontline positions, their voices and viewpoints frequently remain marginalised at upper echelons of management, say professionals in the field, adding this may have a negative impact on healthcare.

According to WomenLift Health president Amie Batson, "In healthcare systems globally, women form the backbone of the workforce, accounting for a substantial 70 percent of employees, (with 90 percent of them being frontline health workers).

However, despite their significant contributions, a stark gender disparity persists in senio...