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Only 6% of Health Grants Focus on Women's Needs

5/11/2025

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Canada's women's health research is facing a troubling reality, with a mere 6% of grants dedicated to this crucial area. While pregnancy and cancers receive attention, experts urge a shift towards understanding conditions like migraines and chronic pelvic pain that uniquely impact women, calling for a more inclusive approach to health research.

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Story summary

Canada's women's health research is facing a troubling reality, with a mere 6% of grants dedicated to this crucial area. While pregnancy and cancers receive attention, experts urge a shift towards understanding conditions like migraines and chronic pelvic pain that uniquely impact women, calling for a more inclusive approach to health research.