Cervix self-screening can be done wherever you feel most comfortable. There are no appointments needed as you do not need to see a health-care provider for a speculum (pelvic) exam, and you can do the test at a time that suits you. Learn more: screeningbc.ca/cervix

Donor breastmilk has active beneficial properties and provides babies with antibodies to fight disease and infection. The demand for milk is high and new donors are always needed. Find out if you're eligible to donate: bcwomens.ca/our-services/l…

🌟Save the date: April 4th, 5-6:30pm PST for our bi-annual Women's Health Research Institute Wellness Exchange on Women's Health Research Innovation!

💡Hear from experts: Dr. Jennifer Hutcheon, Dr. Catriona Hippman, and Laurie Smith.

Register now: eventbrite.ca/e/womensresear…

🎉Celebrating Women's Health Research Month! Join us & @bcwomensfdn in championing women’s & newborn health. Together, we're exploring groundbreaking solutions & envisioning a future with innovative treatments & accessible healthcare.

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BC Children’s Hospital and BC Women’s Hospital + Health Centre are committed to providing culturally safe patient care for Indigenous patients. Learn more: bcwomens.ca/our-services/i…

Happy #InternationalWomensDay from PSBC. We raise our hands to all women journeying through pregnancy, and motherhood. Learn about resources available for mothers and families: ow.ly/WtVo50QP6Ap

Donor breastmilk has active beneficial properties and provides babies with antibodies to fight disease and infection. The demand for milk is high and new donors are always needed. Find out if you're eligible to donate: bcwomens.ca/our-services/l…

Planning on giving birth at BC Women’s Hospital + Health Centre? Check out the list of what to bring to the hospital.
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In honour of Porter Appreciation Week, we recognize our dedicated and compassionate porters for being valued members of the health care team and trusted guides to patients throughout their hospital journey.

Thank you, porters!

Did you know that heart disease presents differently for women than men?

Although heart disease is the leading cause of premature death for Canadian women, there are inequities in how it is recognized, understood and treated in women.

Learn more: wearredcanada.ca

Today is #WearRedCanada . We encourage all to wear red to raise awareness about women’s heart health. Often heart attack symptoms are not recognized in women. There are steps we can all take to help reduce the risk.

Learn more: wearredcanada.ca

Planning to deliver your baby at BC Women’s Hospital + Health Centre? Here is what you need to know: ow.ly/wV6w50QxUWc

Our podcast, Stillbirth Happens – let's talk, recently received a bronze prize at the Anthem Awards. The podcast hopes to normalize the conversation about stillbirth and give those touched by it a place to feel connected. Learn more: ow.ly/3EZO50QzikL

Our hospital houses the longest-standing milk bank in Canada & provides donor milk to Neonatal Intensive Care Units across BC. Learn how you can donate: ow.ly/ur7P50OEqLh Provincial Health Services Authority PerinatalServicesBC

Has someone at PHSA made a difference in your life? Share your gratitude with them today at phsa.ca/thanks!

At Perinatal Services BC, we encourage all care providers seeing individuals in the #perinatal period to continue to use the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS) to screen for #depression . ow.ly/wyh150QtPBC #PerinatalDepressionAwarenessMonth

DYK? Up to 1 out of every 6 new parents experience sadness, #depression or #anxiety after the birth or adoption of a child. Learn more about resources available to parents: ow.ly/2RMF50QtPFu #PerinatalDepressionAwarenessMonth

As of Jan. 29, British Columbians will have access to HPV testing as their primary screening method for #cervicalcancer screening and prevention in B.C. Learn more: ow.ly/3IGO50QsKcx

January is #PerinatalDepressionAwarenessMonth . It’s important for #healthcare providers to approach the discussion of #perinatal #depression in a non-stigmatizing, non-judgemental, culturally safe, and trauma-informed way.

🎉 Calling all women's health researchers, trainees, and partners! 🌟 Join us on March 8, 2024, for the 9th Annual Women’s Health Research Symposium at UBC's Robert H. Lee Alumni Centre or virtually, 8:00 am - 1:00 pm PST.

Registration is open! Click: whri.org/ninth-annual-w…