Women's Health Coalition

An awesome post from our chair. It’s Feminine Care not Feminine Hygiene!!! #womenshealthmatters #femininecare #menstrualhealth #periodpositive #womenshealthcoalition

Another great post from Doctor Anna's Imaginarium where on video Dr Anna discusses post hysterectomy, rectocele prolapse. This is the first in a series of videos to be shared. Dr Anna’s openness and candor regarding health challenges is refreshing and unbelievably educational; the conversations that result are so important to advancing women’s health. * note strong language and graphic depictions used in video.

Part 2 of the personal story of Dr Anna Zakrisson where Doctor Anna's Imaginarium goes into some detail about anatomy.

From Doctor Anna's Imaginarium a personal story from Dr. Anna Zakrisson herself. Sharing our stories furthers the conversation and helps to drive change. If you would like to share your story please reach out. [email protected]

Registration opens Tuesday for CanSAGE virtual conference. Check it out.

CanSAGE monthly webinars are back. Check them out.

New information on Uterine Fibroids as shared by MedPage Today from a study by Dr. Jane P. Daniels of University of Nottingham as published in the The New England Journal of Medicine. Myomectomy Edges Embolization for Uterine Fibroids Better quality of life with surgery, but relative impact on fertility remains unresolved... https://www.medpagetoday.com/obgyn/fibroids/87809

Did you know that the Scottish Parliament this year passed a bill to make menstrual pads and tampons free across the board because 10% of women and girls cannot afford to buy them? Period poverty has a profound psychological effect on young women. Its critical that Canada considers taking the same steps so no girl or woman needs to feel embarrassed by her period. https://www.reuters.com//scottish-parliament-approves-free

Want to know how one of Indias largest food-delivery firms, Zomato India , provides 10 days of paid period leave for its 1400 women it employees? Read about it in this The New York Times article quotes the companys founder and chief executive officer, Deepinder Goyal, who told his employees: There shouldnt be any shame or stigma attached to applying for a period leave. Do you think Canada should do the same? http://www.nytimes.com//bus/india-zomato-period-leave.html

Do you struggle with the topic of sexual orientation. This video may help. From AMAZE Parents

An interesting event from AAGL. Tune in for the last webinar in the popular COVID series on uterine #fibroid care in the era of COVID with @DrSonySinghMD and @uiccom's Ayman Al-Hendy, MD, PhD. Register: https://buff.ly/2Xr8sgf. @CANSAGE @Fibroidinfo @Abbvie @GYNsurgery @GYNedu #SurgEd #GYNfluencers #MIGS #Fibroids #MISGynecology

Not necessarily an endorsement of the services but sharing a new virtual health option that focuses on the oft overlooked challenges of women. Thanks to Maureen McGrath for sharing.

Dr. Anna Zakrisson of Doctor Anna's Imaginarium has very bravely shared her Endometriosis/Adenomyosis story and we truly feel for her. Women's Health and these afflictions need more attention, care and understanding in the medical/scientific fields and in the public eye. #EndometriosisAwareness #AdenomyosisAwareness #WomensHealth

If you have not tuned in to this show you should give it a listen. Great information and awesome guests who delve into interesting subjects with Maureen. Listen here in Edmonton on 630 CHED and in Calgary on Global News Radio 770 CHQR. Find more on Maureen McGrath on her Facebook page Maureen McGrath Group Ltd.

75% of women have experienced painful sex. This is an option to help with that. There may be other options. You have choices.

What is Endometriosis? Shared from Endometriosis Awareness Info in graphic from: The Endometriosis Foundation of America, CNBC, Office on Women's Health - U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, and Endometriosis.org Graphic created by Endographics (check out other graphics at endographics.org)

Are you 18+, regularly menstruate and play sports? They could use you for a study. Check it out and fill the questionnaire. From Period Magazine - study being conducted by Liverpool John Moores University University of the West of Scotland and University of Lincoln #menstruationinsport #sports #menstrualcycle

A friend of the organization shared this with us and it is such a great idea. Although we do not necessarily endorse* this specific product it may be useful as a guide to look into this type of product for young women entering puberty. *we are not affiliated with nor receive any benefit from Ruby Love. https://www.rubylove.com/first-period-kit

As shared on tonight's Global segment on Endo. If you suffer and are looking for a support group this one is worth checking out. We have also joined.

A news segment tonight on Global News Network Health Matters about Endometriosis. Have a watch.

June is National Migraine and Headache Awareness Month. Did you know 80% of migraine sufferers are women and that they are often linked to menstrual health challenges. Below is a link to an article that discusses how our current pandemic situation is hurting chronic migraine care in Canada. Please have a read. Thanks to Allergan for the info. ... #MoreThanAMigraine https://thewhc.ca//covid-19-is-hurting-chronic-migraine-c/

A great share from a local Edmonton non profit on today; World Menstrual Hygiene Day. Thank you No Woman Without. Period.

Sharing with permission from Tawsha Dawn. It is important to share our journeys as often these stories help to bring us together, raise awareness, create understanding and hopefully, one day, change the conversation around Women's Health.

A good share from Endometriosis Awareness

A free webinar on abnormal uterine bleeding in Covid times from CanSAGE This Monday.

May 28th is Menstrual Hygiene Day. There are celebrations, calls to action, and activities all over the world this month in regards to sexual, menstrual and reproductive health. Of course most of these are virtual but that provides unprecedented access to a vast amount of virtual seminars that we have not had access to in previous years. Search on Facebook, Google, Twitter, etc for menstrual health day and you will find something to join. Here in Edmonton The Red Elephant wil...l be lighting up the high level bridge for MH Day. More info at link below from Menstrual Hygiene Day - Global https://menstrualhygieneday.org/ #MHDay2020 #ItsTimeForAction #PeriodsInPandemics

A great share from Teaching Sexual Health. Menstruation should not come as a surprise, nor be a scary time.

A video of uncommon endometriosis questions, answered, part 4 of 7 of a series of great endo videos curated by CureUp. This one shared by Endometriosis Awareness.

Is sex or the thought of intimacy painful? Upcoming webinar that may be of interest from Vulval Pain Society.

A very powerful image from Endometriosis Awareness

A potential unexpected consequence of this pandemic could be unplanned pregnancy or sexual transmitted illness, especially among the most vulnerable. As shared from 660 NEWS https://www.660citynews.com//limited-sexual-health-servic/

It is International Women's Day. Wishing well to all the women around the world. There are activities and events taking place all over. If in Edmonton, check out the event below. https://www.edmonton.ca//sch/international-womens-day.aspx

A unique and wonderful photoshoot.

Come and join us for this free event. https://bit.ly/38Asrfq

March is international Endometriosis month. There are events happening all over the world. Endometriosis.org is a great resource for information and an events calendar. Please tell us your story as we would like to gather stories and share them to help bring awareness. http://endometriosis.org

We know what book were reading next. The Story of V by Catherine Blackledge

Great TED talk from Dr. Jen Gunter shared by CanSAGE

This is a really interesting development. Would be fantastic if Canada could make something like this work.

Sex is supposed to be enjoyed! https://www.huffingtonpost.co.uk//female-orgasm-explained-

Great conversations about sex and sexuality on CBC Now or Never Feb 21. Sex and disabilities. Gender fluidity. Polyamorous relationships. Being comfortable talking about sex makes anything normal and acceptable. #womenshealth

There is a review of Alberta Health Services by Ernst and Young which highlights many changes that will impact patient care if implemented. Two procedures being considered for change or privatization are tubal ligation and breast reduction. These can be medically necessary. I encourage everyone to read the actual report and form an opinion and then share that opinion with your MLA, the health minister and the premier. https://open.alberta.ca//alberta-health-services-performan

A great share from CanSAGE of an article from UBC Faculty of Medicine