Several methods of contraception exist in Canada: the choice depends on your needs. Some facts to remember 👇 -The fertility method ≠ protection -Only condoms (partially) protect against STIs -Some methods expire! Learn more here: tinyurl.com/SUFContraceptiveMethods @pwhrcanada.bsky.social

📢 Join us for our upcoming webinar, “Infant-Related Harm Thoughts: Why They Matter and How to Manage Them,” part of our 2025-2026 Seminar Series! 📅 Oct. 30 @ 9 am PT 🗣️ This free, virtual event will discuss research that promotes maternal #mentalhealth. 🔗 Register now: bit.ly/PWHRMaternalHealth

It’s time for what’s long overdue: a National Women’s Health Strategy and real, sustained investment in women’s health research. Because when women’s health thrives, our entire country thrives – in wellbeing, productivity, and economic resilience. Read more: tinyurl.com/2u6c7t3j

It’s time for what’s long overdue: a National Women’s Health Strategy and real, sustained investment in women’s health research. Because when women’s health thrives, our entire country thrives – in wellbeing, productivity, and economic resilience. Read more: tinyurl.com/2u6c7t3j

Huge thanks to @hollymathias.bsky.social for shining a spotlight on why Canada must invest in women’s health research. Your voice reminds us: when women’s health thrives, so does society.   Read her powerful guest blog here:🔗 bit.ly/pwhr-op-ed-holly-mathias #WomensHealth #PWHR

🎉 Meet the winners of the 2025 @pwhrcanada.bsky.social Mid-Career Excellence in Women’s Health Research Award: 🔬 Dr. Fairbrother (Women’s Health Research Institute) 🧭 Dr. Montesanti (WCHRI) 💡 Dr. Eder (Women's College Hospital) 💬 Dr. Rosen (IWK Health) ➡️ Learn more: bit.ly/PWHRaward

📣 The 2024–2025 PWHR Impact Report is here! From 9 research events to the launch of the “Beyond the Binary Guide,” and welcoming our first postdoc fellow, we’re proud to advance equity in women’s health research. 📘 Read the full report: bit.ly/4002qnj #PWHR #HealthEquity #WomensHealth #Research

When standard genetic tests failed, the Translational Genomics Hub (TGH) stepped in to solve a rare, complex case. Read more about the TGH’s @stollerykids.bsky.social -supported research: ar.wchri.org/unlocking-ge... #WCHRIAR2025

Researcher Andrea Haqq oversees the Edmonton sites of an international study of mothers with diabetes and their children that aims to improve health outcomes for both. Read more the @stollerykids.bsky.social -funded research: ar.wchri.org/building-hea... #WCHRIAR2025

This National Indigenous History Month, we honour the histories and knowledge systems of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples. We remain committed to reconciliation through research that centres Indigenous voices, priorities, and ways of knowing. #NIHM2025 #NIPD2024 #Reconciliation

WCHRI member Maria Ioannou delves into the unexplored world of lipid droplets and their potential to improve outcomes for infants with brain damage. Read more about Ioannou’s @stollerykids.bsky.social -supported research: ar.wchri.org/the-fatty-fr... #WCHRIAR2025

Research not only saves lives, it ignites hope. Through continual innovation, WCHRI researchers are illuminating the path toward a healthier future for women and children. We are lighting the way! Read more in our 2024-2025 annual report: ar.wchri.org/ #WCHRIAR2025

🌈 Happy Pride Month! 🌈 At PWHR, we’re committed to advancing health equity for all women, trans & non-binary people. Last year, we launched Beyond the Binary in Canada: a bilingual guide to support inclusive, community-led research practices. 📘 Get the guide: tinyurl.com/29vd9uv2 #PrideMonth

New research: Women with asthma, particularly active asthma, are at higher risk for preterm birth, low birth weight, & C-section. These findings highlight the need for improved asthma monitoring & management during pregnancy. @wchriuofa.bsky.social Read here: www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...

Contraception access = health, autonomy & opportunity. Yet, too many Albertans face barriers. The #ShiningTheLight report by the Alberta Women's Health Foundation reveals key gaps & solutions. Read the report: www.albertawomenshealthfoundation.org/our-impact/s...

Today marks #WorldHealthDay! 🌍 This year’s theme “Healthy beginnings, hopeful futures” echoes the message of our latest seminar that explored how social determinants shape maternal and infant health – and highlighted research that’s driving real change. 🎥 Watch the seminar: bit.ly/42nvfdK

⏳ One week left! ⏳ This #WomensHealthResearchMonth, celebrate mid-career researchers driving innovation in women’s health! Share this with an outstanding investigator in: 🔬 Clinical Research 🧬 Biomedical Research 🏥 Health Systems 🌍 Social & Population Health Apply by March 31: pwhr.org/award

🚀 This #IWD2025, let’s #AccelerateAction for gender equity in health research! At @pwhrcanada.bsky.social, we’re breaking barriers and tackling biases in health research. Why? Because better research means better health for women, trans, and non-binary people. 💜 Join the movement at pwhr.org