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Women and Children's Health Research Institute
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The Women and Children’s Health Research Institute (WCHRI) supports research dedicated to improving the health and lives of women and children.
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:
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June 30, 2025 at 8:47 PM
Work with Maskwacîs men’s support group highlights the power of community-led research and Cree ways of knowing.

Read more about trainee Adam Purificati-Fuñe and his @stollerykids.bsky.social -supported research:
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June 27, 2025 at 7:19 PM
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:
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June 25, 2025 at 8:20 PM
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:
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June 23, 2025 at 8:20 PM
Overdose deaths are declining across North America, following trends in Alberta & BC.

WCHRI member Elaine Hyshka (@ehyshka.bsky.social) continues to advocate for evidence-based public health approaches.

www.thestar.com/news/gta/ove...
April 28, 2025 at 8:13 PM
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...
April 2, 2025 at 7:29 PM
Indigenous grandmothers are sharing traditional teachings with new moms, thanks to an initiative led by Stephanie Montesanti, WCHRI member.

Listen to the interview on @cbcnews-rss.bsky.social:
www.cbc.ca/listen/live-...
March 10, 2025 at 7:26 PM
WCHRI trainee Jad-Julian Rachid investigates how iron deficiency and high blood pressure during pregnancy impact women's heart health.

Read more:
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March 6, 2025 at 6:21 PM
Talking about sex and puberty can be challenging, but it doesn't have to be. Neelam Punjani and her team are working with parents and youth to develop proactive messages that make these conversations easier.

Listen to the full story on @cbcradiocanada.bsky.social:
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March 3, 2025 at 9:25 PM
Welcome to the Women and Children’s Health Research Institute! Follow us for unique new content as we collaborate with researchers, trainees and our partners.

#women #children #health #research
February 24, 2025 at 9:10 PM
Welcome to the Women and Children’s Health Research Institute! Follow us for unique new content as we collaborate with researchers, trainees and our partners.

#women #children #health #research
February 24, 2025 at 9:07 PM