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Women's Health Research Cluster

@whrcluster.bsky.social
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We are a multidisciplinary network of researchers & stakeholders that catalyzes, expands and promotes impactful research to advance women's health.

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Women's Health Research Cluster @whrcluster.bsky.social · 5h
#BTS: On Postpartum Psychosis: What do we know? 🧠 Read this week’s Behind the Science blog written by Dr. Simone Vigod. Read the blog — link in bio! 🔗 #WomensHealth #PostpartumPsychosis #MaternalMentalHealth #MentalHealth #WomensHealthResearch #BehindTheScience #HealthResearch
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Women's Health Research Cluster @whrcluster.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
✨🎙️💜 Season 4, Episode 3 is LIVE! 💜🎙️✨S4E3: One Woman’s Journey Navigating Dementia Care When the System Isn’t Built for You. A powerful conversation about #caregiving, #dementia advocacy, and the inequities that shape who receives #care and support. 💜
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Women's Health Research Cluster @whrcluster.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Today on the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we honour Survivors of residential schools, their families, and the children who never returned home. 🧡
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Women's Health Research Cluster @whrcluster.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Up next in our Women’s Health Seminar Series: We’re diving into the science behind GLP‑1 analogues and why sex matters in their metabolic impact. 🧬Register Now: womenshealthresearchcluster.com/eve…
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Women's Health Research Cluster @whrcluster.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
Today marks the final day of #GenderEqualityWeek, but the work toward gender equity continues every day. 💜 Gender inequality doesn't just show up in wages and leadership. It also exists in access to care, representation in health research, and inclusion in clinical studies.
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Women's Health Research Cluster @whrcluster.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
A study led by researchers from the Women’s Health Research Cluster, CAMH and the University of Toronto found that just 6.4% of #CIHR operating and project grant funding supported women’s health research questions. ow.ly/uA0e50ZRvsR
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Women's Health Research Cluster @whrcluster.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
At the 2024 camhnews womenmind™ Conference, Dr. Daisy Singla, Senior Scientist at CAMH’s Population & Global Health Institute, shared findings from the SUMMIT Trial. Watch Dr. Daisy Singla’s talk from the 2024 womenmind™ Conference on YouTube now!
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Women's Health Research Cluster @whrcluster.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
✨🎙️💜 Season 4, Episode 2 is LIVE! 💜🎙️✨ The Woman Behind the Research — Microbes, Mood & Mental Health featuring Dr. Tamar Gur #Listen now on #Spotify, #ApplePodcasts, #iHeartRadio, and more!
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Women's Health Research Cluster @whrcluster.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Missed the talk? It’s now available on #YouTube. Can alcohol advertising reinforce harmful norms for women and #LGBTQ+ communities? 🌈🍸Catch Dr. Carol Emslie’s kickoff session in our Women’s Health Seminar Series, “Drinking to Belong?” — now streaming on #Youtube. #DontPinkMyDrink
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Women's Health Research Cluster @whrcluster.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Check out our latest Blog Post: Behind the Science 🔬The HPV Vaccine Reduces #CervicalCancer Deaths to Nearly Zero in Women: The Science Explained
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Women's Health Research Cluster @whrcluster.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
S4E1: How Does Exercise Change Your Brain? featuring Dr. Cindy Barha! A deep dive into exercise, neuroplasticity, and the newest research shaping women’s brain health.
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Women's Health Research Cluster @whrcluster.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Science can be complicated... and navigating health news online isn't always easy 😥 Misleading headlines or misinformation about health isn't just frustrating - it exaggerates risks, distorts findings, and makes it harder to figure out what the research actually tells us.
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Women's Health Research Cluster @whrcluster.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
We're live! Tune into our first #WHSS of the year with the brilliant Dr. Carol Emslie on alcohol advertising as a women's and LGBTQ+ health issue 🤔 and follow along for highlights!
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Women's Health Research Cluster @whrcluster.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
✨ One week away!✨ Season 4 of the Women’s Health Interrupted Podcast drops NEXT Wednesday, September 16th — and we cannot wait.
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Women's Health Research Cluster @whrcluster.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
At our 2024 womenmind™ conference mental health advocate Patricia Tomasi shared her powerful work on #Perinatal #MentalHealth, a topic that’s never been more urgent. But what we actually know about postpartum mental health and what gaps still shape women’s health #postpartum.
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Women's Health Research Cluster @whrcluster.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
One week away! Join Dr. Carol Emslie for the first talk in our Women’s Health Seminar Series: “Drinking to Belong?” 📅 Monday, September 14th, 2026 #WomensHealth #LGBTQHealth #AlcoholAdvertising #HealthResearch #WHSS2026 #WHRC
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Women's Health Research Cluster @whrcluster.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
✨ NEW BLOG POST! ✨Women Beyond Borders. For women, that journey often comes with added layers of complexity that stretch far beyond geography. Check out our latest blog and read about it!
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Women's Health Research Cluster @whrcluster.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
Check out the #WHRC Strategic Plan 2026–2028 ✨ Our work is grounded in four pillars, together, these pillars reflect a approach to address the structural and systemic factors that have historically limited progress in women’s health.
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Women's Health Research Cluster @whrcluster.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
Can alcohol advertising reinforce harmful norms for women and LGBTQ+ communities? 🌈🍸Join Dr. Carol Emslie for our first Women’s Health Seminar Series talk: “Drinking to Belong?” ow.ly/vcOa50ZFQwR
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Women's Health Research Cluster @whrcluster.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
My Body, My Brain, My Choices Science Hackathon, researchers, clinicians, and people with lived experience will work together to create trustworthy, evidence‑based tools that improve understanding and agency in women’s health.
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The Rundown @therundowntvo.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
"...it's no wonder that the postpartum period is the time of greatest risk to develop any kind of mental health disorder in anyone's life." — neuroscientist @liisagalea.bsky.social (@camhnews.bsky.social, @whrcluster.bsky.social)
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Women's Health Research Cluster @whrcluster.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
Two Years Later: Canada Still Lacks a Coordinated Strategy for #WomensHealth #Part2 The result is predictable. Women are more likely to be misdiagnosed, under‑treated, and have their needs overlooked across the lifespan.
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Women's Health Research Cluster @whrcluster.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
In April 2024, @liisagalea.bsky.social addressed the Standing Committee on Health. Two years later, the picture is clear: #womenshealth research in #Canada is still dramatically underfunded.
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Women's Health Research Cluster @whrcluster.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
Science moves fast — and women’s health research moves even faster. This series is your monthly catch‑up with a science‑savvy friend: evidence‑based, accessible, and a little curious. womenshealthresearchcluster.com/learn/womens...
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What You Missed | July 2026 - Women's Health Research Cluster
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Women's Health Research Cluster @whrcluster.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
#Menstrualblood is one of medicine’s most overlooked research tools. Every month, 1.8B people produce a biological sample packed with immune cells, hormones, and hundreds of proteins not found in regular #blood. Read the full #blog here: womenshealthresearchcluster.com/learn/womens...
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Menstrual Blood May Be One of Medicine’s Most Overlooked Research Tools - Women's Health Research Cluster
Author: Hala Salah, BSc Student, University of Calgary | Editors: Romina Garcia de leon, Tashi Stampp (blog coordinators) Reviewer: Mateja Perovic  Published: August 7th, 2026   Rethinking an Everyday...
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Women's Health Research Cluster @whrcluster.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
The Women’s Health Research Cluster is proud to launch our annual Women’s Health Seminar Series #WHSS! Starting September 2026, we’re hosting #FREE virtual seminar series led by nine experts sharing their new research on #womenshealth.
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Women's Health Research Cluster @whrcluster.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
New blog post 🔬 #BTS Testosterone & Women’s Health: What the Evidence Shows 📈 What’s the trajectory of #testosterone across the lifespan 🧬 What role it plays during the #reproductive years 🌙 Whether testosterone decreases during #menopause Get the evidence. Read now 🔍
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Women's Health Research Cluster @whrcluster.bsky.social · 17/07/2026
Forgot to keep up with women’s health research in June? Our latest blog breaks down how gender equality shapes mental health outcomes for gender‑nonconforming people 🌈🧠 — plus what emerging LGBT+ research is revealing 🔍📊.
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Women's Health Research Cluster @whrcluster.bsky.social · 16/07/2026
📢 Publication feature! We're excited to showcase robust new evidence that high HPV vaccination coverage is associated with a substantial reduction in cervical cancer deaths. In the UK, the public vaccination program prevented 200 cervical cancer deaths in 2024 alone🎗️
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Women's Health Research Cluster @whrcluster.bsky.social · 10/07/2026
"Tracing Black Women’s Pain and the Impacts on Black Maternal Health Today," explores how harmful, historical myths like “obstetric hardiness” continue to fuel the dismissal of Black women’s pain in modern clinical settings. Check it out: womenshealthresearchcluster.com/learn/womens...
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Women's Health Research Cluster @whrcluster.bsky.social · 03/07/2026
Only 7% of funded research is dedicated to women’s health. Where does this statistic come from? Our team provided the foundational evidence to track these trends and push for systemic change. Swipe to learn more and see our upcoming insights. 🧵
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Women's Health Research Cluster @whrcluster.bsky.social · 26/06/2026
"It is time for this mindset to shift from treating females as passive research participants to active collaborators." Read the newest blog today: ow.ly/g89v50ZhwSv #womenshealth #patientpartners #patientorientedresearch
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Women's Health Research Cluster @whrcluster.bsky.social · 17/06/2026
Renaming #PCOS to #PMOS (Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome) marks a shift toward a whole-body perspective. The name "PCOS" has long been a misnomer, as it’s not just about cysts on ovaries. It is a complex, multi-system #hormonal and #metabolic condition. Now... what does this change mean?
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Women's Health Research Cluster @whrcluster.bsky.social · 12/06/2026
We love a good scroll as much as anyone, but your feed might be hiding the full picture when it comes to #WomensHealth📱⚖️ We’re diving into the science of why your algorithm isn’t neutral. Check it out: ow.ly/j8Qu50ZatWz
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Women's Health Research Cluster @whrcluster.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
Forgot to keep up with women's health research in May? Don't worry, we've got you covered. Read our newest blog in the series, where we break down the name change from PCOS to PMOS and more! Read it now: ow.ly/rbGW50Z9Rth
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Women's Health Research Cluster @whrcluster.bsky.social · 28/05/2026
The International Day of Action for Women’s Health is a global call to address persisting gaps and prioritize women’s health in our efforts to strengthen health systems. 👩‍⚕️🧠 🫀 Swipe to learn more about this year’s theme & some ways you can take action 📣🪧
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Women's Health Research Cluster @whrcluster.bsky.social · 22/05/2026
New series ✨ What You Missed in Women’s Health Research: quick, evidence‑based roundups in plain language. Catch the latest edition and get smarter in minutes: ow.ly/4bOV50Z3eTY
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Women's Health Research Cluster @whrcluster.bsky.social · 15/05/2026
Women are 3x more likely to experience migraines than men. 🧠 This week’s blog breaks down the science, from hormones to genetics, behind why this happens, and how it could shape future treatments. Read more: ow.ly/CJhO50YZ3OW #WomensHealth #MigraineResearch
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Women's Health Research Cluster @whrcluster.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
Missed the trainee research on New Perspectives on Menstrual Health? 🩸 From brain dynamics & vaccines to endometriosis and menstrual hygiene, these trainees are changing what we know about menstrual health. 🔗 Day 1: ow.ly/oa6450YUFoS 🔗 Day 2: ow.ly/57rm50YUFoT
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Women's Health Research Cluster @whrcluster.bsky.social · 01/05/2026
New blog post! 🧠💜 Breaking the Stigma: Mental Health Medication During Pregnancy Perinatal mood and anxiety disorders affect about 1 in 5 people, yet stigma still keeps many from seeking help. Early support matters for you and your baby. Read more 👉 ow.ly/5ZsS50YT97O
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Women's Health Research Cluster @whrcluster.bsky.social · 24/04/2026
Starting now! Join us for New Perspectives on #MenstrualHealth, led by emerging researchers. 🗓 Happening April 24 & May 1 ⏰ 1PM EDT 💻 Online Swipe to explore today’s presentation topics. Register: ow.ly/5Jyv50YGxlB
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Women's Health Research Cluster @whrcluster.bsky.social · 24/04/2026
As #NationalVolunteerWeek comes to a close, we’re celebrating the volunteers who power the Women's Health Research Cluster 💛 From our Social Media Committee and blog expert reviewers, to our advisory committees and working groups—thank you for advancing women’s health research!
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Women's Health Research Cluster @whrcluster.bsky.social · 21/04/2026
⏳ 3 days left to apply! $250 Trainee Travel Awards for WHRC members attending or presenting at women’s health or sex/gender conferences. 🗓 Deadline: April 24 Learn more and apply ⬇️ ow.ly/e4Mv50YNrPf #WomensHealth
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Women's Health Research Cluster @whrcluster.bsky.social · 17/04/2026
Join us at the @camhnews.bsky.social #womenmind conference on Women's Mental Health Across the Lifespan, November 4-5, 2026, in Toronto! Registration is now open. Visit camh.ca/CAMHwm2026 for details and registration - early bird prices end June 5, 2026! Special prices for trainees.
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Women's Health Research Cluster @whrcluster.bsky.social · 17/04/2026
Osteoporosis = the “silent thief” 🦴 Our latest blog covers risk factors, key nutrients, and how exercise supports bone health at every stage. 🔗 ow.ly/vl1x50YL3SP #WomensHealth #BoneHealth
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Women's Health Research Cluster @whrcluster.bsky.social · 13/04/2026
Starting now! Join us as we share highlights from today's talk by Dr. Jeffrey Meyer from @camhnews.bsky.social! He will be sharing his latest work on using PET #neuroimaging to study #postpartum #depression and #anorexia nervosa 🔍
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Women's Health Research Cluster @whrcluster.bsky.social · 10/04/2026
New perspectives on #MenstrualHealth: led by emerging researchers. 🗓 April 24 & May 1 ⏰ 1PM EDT 💻 Online Fresh research. Real experiences. Critical conversations. Swipe for presentation topics. Register: ow.ly/5Jyv50YGxlB #WomensHealth
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Women's Health Research Cluster @whrcluster.bsky.social · 09/04/2026
Trainees in women’s health research 📣 Travel funding is available to help you present your work and grow your network. Apply for the Trainee Travel Awards: ow.ly/YFTG50YGwXM #WomensHealth #ResearchFunding #Trainees
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Women's Health Research Cluster @whrcluster.bsky.social · 09/04/2026
Meet Dr. Bonnie Lee, a rising leader in women’s brain health 🧠 Her research explores how genetics, menopause & reproductive history shape Alzheimer’s risk in women, advancing critical sex-specific insights. 🔗 Learn more: ow.ly/2S5h50YFEix
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Women's Health Research Cluster @whrcluster.bsky.social · 08/04/2026
Just under one week out from Dr. Jeffrey Meyer's seminar on the translational impacts of PET neuroimaging and #WomensMentalHealth. Don't miss it! Register now: ow.ly/WcOc50YzUxg
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