Women's Health Research Cluster

The movement to rename PCOS to PMOS (Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome) marks a shift toward a whole-body perspective.

The name "PCOS" has long been a misnomer, as it’s not just about cysts on ovaries. It is a complex, multi-system hormonal and metabolic condition. Shifting to PMOS helps incentivize better research, close diagnostic gaps, and ensure patients receive comprehensive care early on. 🌍✨

Swipe through to see what this name change means for research, health screenings and patient care. Want to learn more? Check out these 3 resources from the Women’s Health Research Cluster:

1️⃣ Read the May 2026 "What You Missed" Blog for more information on the name change: https://ow.ly/oZqy50ZcwCg

2️⃣ Explore the intersections of gender, sexual orientation, and PCOS in this Behind the Science Blog with Dr. Thea Cacchioni: https://ow.ly/f1ZE50ZcwCj

3️⃣ Learn about the politics and biases surrounding women's hormonal disorders in this Behind the Science Blog with Shruti Buddhavarapu: https://ow.ly/YxQy50ZcwCh

When it comes to women's health, your feed isn't neutral. From the "echo-chambers" we accidentally build to the specific biases baked into the algorithms, it’s worth asking: who decided what counts as "woman" or "health" on your FYP?

Our latest blog post with Jade Helene Dufour breaks down how to be a savvy consumer of women’s health info without losing the convenience of these platforms.

Read it here: https://ow.ly/YKB150ZauIJ

Forgot to keep up with women's health research in May? Don't worry, we've got you covered.
Read our newest blog in the series, where we break down the name change from PCOS to PMOS and more! Stay up to date and find out what the latest science is saying.
Read it now: https://ow.ly/hhAI50Z9RBS

From cardiac care to pain relief, gender bias still shapes diagnoses and treatment. Our new post unpacks the research and the actions that can drive change. Read it now: https://ow.ly/tRpe50Z5kA9

The International Day of Action for Women’s Health is a global call to address persisting gaps and prioritize women’s health in our efforts to strengthen health systems. 👩‍⚕️🧠 🫀 Swipe to learn more about this year’s theme & some ways you can take action 📣🪧

Join us at the CAMH conference on Women's Mental Health Across the Lifespan, November 4-5, 2026, in Toronto! Abstract submission deadline is this Friday!

Visit www.camh.ca/CAMHwm2026 for details and registration

Meet our new monthly series, What You Missed in Women’s Health Research 📚✨
Clear, accessible insights from the latest studies, no jargon, just what matters.

https://womenshealthresearchcluster.com/learn/womens-health-blog/what-you-missed-april-2026/

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🧠 Did you know women are three times more likely to experience migraines than men?
This week on our Women’s Health Blog, we’re diving into the science behind why, from hormones to genes to the mind-body connection.

👉 Tap the link to read more about what makes migraines a hot topic in women’s health: https://ow.ly/Rgym50YZ3Mq

Today, we honour World Maternal Mental Health Day by standing with every mother and parent navigating the emotional journey of pregnancy and postpartum. 💜

Let’s keep breaking the silence, showing compassion, and reminding each other that support and healing are possible.
Together, we can build a culture where every birthing experience is met with care, understanding, and belonging.

From cognition and emotion regulation to , , and menstrual hygiene in humanitarian settings, these trainees are advancing the science on in powerful ways.

Missed the presentations? 🎥
Catch them all now on our YouTube channel!

🔗 Day 1: https://ow.ly/SLqk50YUFpa
🔗 Day 2: https://ow.ly/9PC250YUFp9