Grant: Planning and Dissemination Grants - Institute/Initiative Community Support

Women's health needs change throughout life, from adolescence and the reproductive years to menopause and older age. Nutrition plays an important role in supporting health at every stage of life. It can affect fertility, heart health, cancer risk and recovery, muscle and bone health, and healthy aging. However, there are still important gaps in our understanding of how to best apply nutrition research to improve health outcomes for women. Women have also often been underrepresented in health research, creating gaps in the evidence available to guide care. The Canadian Nutrition Society (CNS) will host a one-day conference to bring together researchers, healthcare professionals, trainees, policymakers, and other knowledge users from across Canada. The conference will focus on the latest research on nutrition and women's health, including reproductive health, menopause, heart and metabolic health, cancer survivorship, healthy aging, and health equity. The goal of the conference is to share knowledge, encourage collaboration, and identify priorities for future research and practice. Participants will discuss how to translate research findings into practical strategies that can improve care and health outcomes for women. The impact of the conference will extend beyond the event itself. Key findings and recommendations will be shared through a scientific publication, an infographic, and online learning modules for healthcare professionals. These resources will help increase awareness and support evidence-informed approaches to improving women's health across Canada.