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REHANA’S FIGHT FOR SURVIVAL

by BC Women's Health Foundation

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December 2, 2019

At five months pregnant, Rehana’s health felt like it was out of her control. Here’s her story of bravery....

AN EFFECTIVE GYNECOLOGICAL OPTION FOR WOMEN

by Julia Chiu & Aimee Nygaard

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October 25, 2019

The Diamond Family provides better support for women in need of immediate attention. ...

ADVOCATING FOR YOUR HEALTH

by Catherine Hodgson

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February 11, 2020

Here are some tips on how to advocate for yourself when navigating the healthcare system....

DIFFICULT TO FATHOM

by Catherine Hodgson

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July 2, 2019

Canada has a unique history of colonization. Kim van der Woerd sees firsthand how segregation is still embedde...

THE STRESS GAP

by Catherine Hodgson

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June 18, 2019

The WHO recently added burnout to its handbook of diseases. Here’s what that means for women....

$10 MILLION FOR CERVICAL CANCER RESEARCH

by Catherine Hodgson

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June 4, 2019

Federal government partners with BC Women's Health Foundation to eliminate cervical cancer...

Granting Equal Access

by Carly Krug

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May 27, 2019

With support from the Women’s Health Research Institute, Dr. Laura Schummers is studying the unprecedented w...

Breaking the Silence

by Carly Krug

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May 9, 2019

Emphasizing trauma education and shifting cultural perceptions, BC Women’s and EVA BC are opening doors – ...

Dense Breasts and Camouflaged Cancer

by Carly Krug

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May 9, 2019

Breast cancer-survivor Michelle Di Tomaso and Dr. Paula Gordon, have achieved success in a hard-fought battle ...

Chasing a Cure

by Carly Krug

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May 9, 2019

With better screening, vaccination and treatment, Dr. Gina Ogilvie and her team are close to eliminating HPV, ...

Women Aging Well

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Secret Garden Tea Company (Kerrisdale Village) - 2138 West 40th Ave, Vancouver, BC

In Her Words: A Conversation Series

Location TBD | Fall 2020

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