Global awareness of women’s health being ‘hijacked by vested interests’

A radiologist checking mammograms for breast cancer. The experts said that breast density notifications that accompany screening are being used to promote additional screening without robust evidence that it prevents breast cancer deaths. Photograph: Damian Dovarganes/AP

The global drive to increase awareness of women’s health is being hijacked by major corporations promoting flawed or ineffective tests, treatments and technology, doctors and public health experts have warned.

Boosting advocacy around female medical conditions is seen as crucial to reverse decades of sex inequalities in healthcare worldwide.