Help, my period is missing!
Hello reader! My name is Carly (she/her) and I am a researcher here at missINFORMED. This article is meant to be a resource for those who are (or know someone who is) struggling with Functional Hypothalamic Amenorrhea (FHA). I have had my own personal struggles with FHA, an experience that has influenced my perspective on […]
What is Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder?
If you experience emotional or physical changes in the days leading up to your period, you are not alone (1). In fact, up to 90% of women report experiencing at least one of these symptoms (2). For some women, these symptoms can be severe and impact their day-to-day life (3,4). If this applies to you, […]
What is bacterial vaginosis?
In this blog post, missINFORMED covers a condition called bacterial vaginosis and answers the following questions: What is bacterial vaginosis? The short: Bacterial vaginosis is a condition caused by an imbalance between the “friendly” and “unfriendly” bacteria in the vagina (1,2). The vagina is home to an abundance of different bacteria that make up its […]
Managing Your PMS
Menstruators are defined as any person, regardless of gender, who menstruates/has periods. To be clear, menstruating does not mean someone is a woman and being a woman does not mean the person menstruates (or ovulates). All menstruators can experience premenstrual syndrome (PMS). In this post, we will go over some of the common strategies to […]
Do Antidepressants Impact Sexual Function?
TLDR: It is common for folks who take antidepressants to experience changes in their sexual functioning; however, research in this area is severely limited. It is important to learn how to describe your ‘normal’ experience with sexual function and how you personally define sex in order to have productive discussions with your healthcare provider about […]
What are Canadian vaccine passports?
A COVID-19 vaccine passport (or vaccine certification, or proof of vaccination) is a digital or paper document you can obtain after receiving your second vaccine dose in Canada (1;2). Generally, the vaccine passport includes the following (may vary based on where you reside) (2): Various institutions are mandating vaccine passports for folks to access services […]
missINFORMED launches #IGOTVACCINATED digital resource portal
missINFORMED is pleased to announce the launch of our #IGOTVACCINATED resource portal. The #IGOTVACCINATED resource portal is a digital tool that hosts trauma-informed and scientifically-backed COVID-19 vaccine information resources. The multilingual portal aims to reach underserved groups who experience health and social inequities and those who have been disproportionately impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The […]
Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy
Content warning: This post contains information regarding pelvic floor dysfunction and pelvic pain. If these subjects are upsetting for you, please prioritize your own well-being. Gynaecological exams can cause discomfort for those who have experienced trauma from clinical examinations (such as obstetrical or gynaecological violence, racism in healthcare settings, or transphobia in healthcare), as well […]
What is SPF? An Overview about Sun Protection
Executive Summary: This post breaks down what SPF is, why it’s important, and answers your most frequently asked questions about sun protection. Sparknotes version: Wear SPF every day, no matter who you are or where you’re going! How many times in your life have you been told, “make sure you wear sunscreen”? Maybe you hear […]
Public Health Agency of Canada selects missINFORMED to promote vaccine confidence
Today, missINFORMED formally announces its #IGOTVACCINATED campaign. The community-driven information campaign is a twelve week program where missINFORMED will promote vaccine confidence against COVID-19 and continued adherence to public health measures while addressing barriers to getting vaccinated. This health awareness campaign is funded by the Government of Canada and the Public Health Agency of Canada’s […]