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Research Impact Canada @researchimpact.bsky.social · 09/06/2026
At #CKF26, you’ll engage in hands-on sessions, collaborative roundtables, and practical conversations designed to strengthen the connection between research and policy, practice, and community impact. Secure your spot: bit.ly/4rj011Z
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Women's Health Research Institute @womensresearch.bsky.social · 04/06/2026
WHRI and BC Women’s Hospital release BC’s first Menopause Research Agenda. Developed through the Better Aging in BC: Mapping Menopause Research Priorities project, the report sets a pan-provincial research agenda to accelerate menopause research across BC: bit.ly/Mapping_Menopause
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Women's Health Research Institute @womensresearch.bsky.social · 13/05/2026
Calling all WHRI trainees and postdoctoral fellows! The WHRI Trainee Travel Grants are open for the Spring 2026 cycle. Apply by May 29, 2026: whri.org/our-services/womens-health…
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Women's Health Research Institute @womensresearch.bsky.social · 08/05/2026
In honour of #OvarianCancerDay, Dr. Gillian Hanley and Dr. Brittany Bingham share their collaborative work integrating culturally safe care into opportunistic salpingectomy.
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Women's Health Research Institute @womensresearch.bsky.social · 07/05/2026
Join WHRI & BCCHR for our upcoming C&W Research Lunch & Learn on Wednesday, May 20, from 12–1 pm, featuring Jeffrey Bone, who will present “Musings on statistical methods in clinical research.” Register now: bit.ly/4tOlpOs BC Children's Hospital Research Institute
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Women's Health Research Institute @womensresearch.bsky.social · 04/05/2026
This #MentalHealthWeek, we’re highlighting research-driven digital health tools that are improving access to care for women and gender-diverse people. Dr Lori Brotto shares two evidence-based supports: postpartumcare.ca and esensehealth.com. Watch the video to learn more. 🌟
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Women's Health Research Institute @womensresearch.bsky.social · 03/05/2026
This May marks important awareness days, offering an opportunity to spotlight the WHRI community working behind the scenes to advance women’s health research across BC. 💙 Follow our social channels as we feature the WHRI community improving health outcomes of women and gender-diverse people.
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Women's Health Research Institute @womensresearch.bsky.social · 01/05/2026
Our upcoming BC Women’s Research Rounds will feature Dr. Allison Ezzat presenting on “Improving the implementation of injury prevention initiatives in girls sport reduce burden of knee osteoarthritis.” When: Friday, May 15 | 8:00 – 9:00 a.m. Location: Zoom More details: bit.ly/3QxkSSh
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Women's Health Research Institute @womensresearch.bsky.social · 29/04/2026
This #STIAwarenessMonth, we’re highlighting the newly released Syphilis in Pregnancy Toolkit for community and outreach Programs developed by the UBC Reproductive Infectious Diseases (RID) Program. Syphilis in Pregnancy Toolkit: bit.ly/4e8nhN2
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Research Impact Canada @researchimpact.bsky.social · 16/03/2026
Our early bird and student registration is still open! Don't forget to join us for our reception night, which will create even more opportunities to connect and to celebrate RIC's 20th anniversary! Register now: bit.ly/4rj011Z
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Women's Health Research Institute @womensresearch.bsky.social · 28/04/2026
This is the final session of Sabina's Stats Series! Missed earlier sessions? Watch both on our YouTube channel before joining the final installment. May 7 | 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm PDT Virtual via Zoom When Trends Matter: Rethinking Before–After Analyses Register now: bit.ly/4cvVV24
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Women's Health Research Institute @womensresearch.bsky.social · 27/04/2026
Be part of the movement shaping the future of perinatal mental health and substance use care in British Columbia. Please mark your calendar for October 6–7, 2026. Early bird registration opens May 11, and abstracts are due May 20 — secure your spot and submit your abstract: bit.ly/4ddD1ML
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Women's Health Research Institute @womensresearch.bsky.social · 26/04/2026
On March 24 & 25, WHRI leaders highlighted BC’s role in advancing women’s health research at the first-ever National Women’s Health Summit, hosted with @pwhrcanada.bsky.social. A conversation with Danièle Henkel explored federal leadership in women’s health and Bill S-243. bit.ly/4e0IoRj
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Women's Health Research Institute @womensresearch.bsky.social · 24/04/2026
Thanks to all who joined our Lunch & Learn on ethical AI at C&W! Read Haley's recap & watch the session here: whri.org/exploring-ethical-ai-use-h…
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Women's Health Research Institute @womensresearch.bsky.social · 21/04/2026
Sabina's Stats Series continues! Missed Session 1? Watch it on YouTube. Join Session 2 on April 23: Who Counts? Denominators, Bias, and Equity. Register now: bit.ly/4cRkmak #MedSky #WomensHealth #WomensResearch
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Women's Health Research Institute @womensresearch.bsky.social · 21/04/2026
Congratulations to Dr. Paul Yong on becoming full professor at UBC! 🎉 His research advances endometriosis care for 10% affected. 🎗️ #WomensResearch #FullProfessor #AcademicExcellence #Endometriosis #WHRICommunity
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Women's Health Research Institute @womensresearch.bsky.social · 17/04/2026
🌟BCW Research Manager Highlight – Carola Muñoz🌟 Carola leads Ambulatory Programs at BC Women’s Hospital + Health Centre, advancing impactful women's health research. Learn more: primeresearchcentre.med.ubc.ca
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Women's Health Research Institute @womensresearch.bsky.social · 09/04/2026
Congratulations to WHRI members who received 2026 Ministry of Health Seed Grants. 🎉 This funding program is administered through UBC Health to help fund projects focused on addressing evolving health priorities across British Columbia. Learn more: health.ubc.ca/news/march-0...
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Science in Vancouver @scienceinvancouver.com · 07/04/2026
Vancouver is March-ing towards success! 🥳 From coast-to-coast funding success to prestigious national awards, March was a standout month for the local science community. Meet the researchers behind the breakthroughs, and check out our monthly award summary: bit.ly/47HjlPm
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Women's Health Research Institute @womensresearch.bsky.social · 30/03/2026
This Women’s Health Research Month, we celebrated 20 years as an institute dedicated to advancing women’s health research and closing critical knowledge gaps for women and gender-diverse people across British Columbia. Watch this video and explore whri.org for all #WHRM highlights.
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Dr. Jen Gunter @drjengunter.bsky.social · 28/03/2026
I am giving a free webinar on menopause hormone therapy, sponsored by BC Women's Hospital, on Tuesday, March 31. Hope you can join me! zoom.us/webinar/regi...
A flyer for Menopause Hormone Therapy, Understanding the Basics. A free lecture given by Dr, Jen Gunter on March 31, 5-6 pm Pacific. There is a QR code in the flyer.
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Timothy Caulfield @caulfieldtim.bsky.social · 11/03/2026
Misinformation a barrier to women’s health: experts www.timescolonist.com/local-news/m... "...rampant misinformation online about side effects of contraception." @drjengunter.bsky.social: "... #misinformation is 'becoming a health crisis unto itself.'"
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Misinformation a barrier to women’s health: experts
Incredible work from researchers can be “derailed” by misinformation online, says Dr. Jennifer Gunter.
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Vancouver Coastal Health Research Institute @vchresearch.bsky.social · 22/03/2026
Endometriosis affects 1 in 10 women of reproductive age. This #EndometriosisAwarenessMonth, explore helpful resources from @womensresearch.bsky.social to learn more & support individuals living with the condition: buff.ly/t5EXQxh @gynecancerinitiative.ca
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Endometriosis Awareness Month Bundle – Women's Health Research Institute
March is Endometriosis Awareness Month, a global campaign dedicated to increasing awareness of endometriosis and improving the health care outcomes of women and gender-diverse people. This month, we…
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Women's Health Research Institute @womensresearch.bsky.social · 20/03/2026
Don't miss the 8th Annual Global Health Conference on April 9, 2026! Join in person or virtually at BC Children's Hospital to explore innovation, technology, and data in global health. Register and submit your 2-minute pre-recorded video by March 25: event.fourwaves.com/ghc26/pages
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Global Health Conference 2026
Join Global Health Conference 2026, April 9, 2026. Learn more on Fourwaves.
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Women's Health Research Institute @womensresearch.bsky.social · 17/03/2026
On March 6, we celebrated our 20th anniversary with our 11th annual Women’s Health Research Symposium. The theme sparked conversation on WHRI’s strategic goal [#1]: From Cell to Society, and the importance of creating stronger ties between basic science and women’s health research: bit.ly/41dcnO4
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Vancouver Coastal Health Research Institute @vchresearch.bsky.social · 14/03/2026
This Women’s Health Research Month, discover the work of @ubcmedicine.bsky.social researcher Dr. Lori Brotto helping to shed light on menopause & improve support for women navigating midlife: www.med.ubc.ca/news/a-new-c... @drloribrotto.bsky.social @womensresearch.bsky.social
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Women's Health Research Institute @womensresearch.bsky.social · 12/03/2026
BC is expanding access to menopause care. As of March 1, menopausal hormone therapy (MHT) is now free through BC PharmaCare under the National Pharmacare Plan, removing a key financial barrier. Learn more about how WHRI members are impacting women’s health policy in BC ⬇️
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B.C. leading the way in improving women’s health, expanding access to care
Broader services, medication coverage improve access provincewide
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Women's Health Research Institute @womensresearch.bsky.social · 10/03/2026
In recognition of Women’s Health Research Month, we are highlighting recipients of the 2025 WHRI Catalyst Grants. Our first feature is Dr. Jeffrey Wong, Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology at UBC and WHRI member. Learn more: whri.org/announcing-t...
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Women's Health Research Institute @womensresearch.bsky.social · 09/03/2026
Congratulations to the HER-BC team! We’re celebrating the first publication from the Health and Economics Research on Midlife Women in BC (HER‑BC) project: “A cross-sectional cohort study of menopause-related symptoms in British Columbia.” Read the full study: www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...
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Women's Health Research Institute @womensresearch.bsky.social · 04/03/2026
It’s official — March is Women’s Health Research Month in BC! “Women, girls & gender-diverse people experience health differently, and our health system must reflect those realities,” said Josie Osborne. This proclamation strengthens our advocacy for equitable, evidence-informed care across BC.
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Women's Health Research Institute @womensresearch.bsky.social · 18/02/2026
Last week, in recognition of Women’s Heart Health Month, experts Dr. Ramneek Dosanjh, Dr. Tara Sedlak, Dr. Rachel Ollivier, and Dr. Angela Liu shared insights on women’s heart health and answered audience questions. Continue your learning: creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/...
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Women's Health Research Institute @womensresearch.bsky.social · 12/02/2026
Happy International Day of Women’s and Girls in Science! 🎉💜 In honour of this day, we asked our 2025 graduate and fellowship awards winners, Dr. Atefeh Najafi,Denise Zhu and Vienna Cheng to share their thoughts on what science means to them: whri.org/celebrating-...
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Women's Health Research Institute @womensresearch.bsky.social · 11/02/2026
Meet the #WHRIsym26 Keynote and Spotlight Speakers! We’re thrilled to welcome our keynote speaker, Dr. Cheryl Wellington, and our spotlight speaker, Dr. Ariane van der Straten, to our 11th Annual Women’s Health Research Symposium. Meet the speakers and register to attend: whri.org/eleventh-ann...
11th Annual Women’s Health Research Symposium. Meet the Keynote and Spotlight Speakers.
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Birth Place Lab @birthplacelab.bsky.social · 05/02/2026
Join us for our JEPS Black History Month Panel on February 26th at 12 pm PST, and visit our website to find Black History Month events, resources, and so much more! Register for February's JEPS -> qr.codes/eUTgC9 Visit our Black History Month page -> birthplacelab.org/black-history-month/ [2/2]
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Women's Health Research Institute @womensresearch.bsky.social · 06/02/2026
Yesterday, the WHRI was thrilled to welcome Dr. Susan Davis, a global leader in women’s hormonal health, to connect with Dr. Lori Brotto and Dr. Kerstin Gustafson. Follow Dr. Davis to explore her evidence based videos & learn about her research in women’s health: www.instagram.com/professorsus...
From L to R: Dr. Lori Brotto, Dr. Susan Davis and Dr. Kerstin Gustafson.
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Women's Health Research Institute @womensresearch.bsky.social · 29/01/2026
As we close out #CervicalCancerAwarenessMonth, we spoke with Amy Booth to share which areas of cervical cancer research she is interested in exploring in 2026. Learn more: linktr.ee/womensresearch #MedSky
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Women's Health Research Institute @womensresearch.bsky.social · 28/01/2026
Registration is now open for the eleventh annual Women’s Health Research Symposium! Join us on Friday, March 6th, 2026, in-person at the Robert H. Lee Alumni Centre on the UBC campus or virtually via live-stream. Learn more and register today: whri.org/eleventh-ann...)
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Birth Place Lab @birthplacelab.bsky.social · 23/01/2026
Next Wednesday🎤Join Birth Place Lab in welcoming Dr. Kathrin Stoll as a speaker for the Justice and Equity in Perinatal Services Cluster Seminar Series, January 28th, 2026, at 12 PM PST/3 PM EST. [1/3]
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Women's Health Research Institute @womensresearch.bsky.social · 27/01/2026
In recognition of #CervicalCancerAwarenessMonth, we spoke with Grace McCloskey about research that helped inform BC’s updated HPV vaccine schedules—strengthening HPV prevention. Learn more: linktr.ee/womensresearch
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Women's Health Research Institute @womensresearch.bsky.social · 23/01/2026
In part two of our Pathways to Prevention series, in recognition of #CervicalCancerAwarenessMonth, we asked Hallie Dau, Postdoctoral Research Fellow, to look ahead and share the areas of cervical cancer research she is interested in exploring in 2026. Learn more: linktr.ee/womensresearch #MedSky
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Women's Health Research Institute @womensresearch.bsky.social · 21/01/2026
In recognition of #CervicalCancerAwarenessMonth, we spoke with Smritee Dabee, Research Associate with the Global Control of HPV Related Diseases and Cancer team, to share which areas of cervical cancer research she is interested in exploring in 2026. Learn more: linktr.ee/womensresearch #MedSky
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