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Globe & Mail, November 12, 2025

Drs. Wendy Wolfman and Lindsay Shirreff featured in an article exploring the growing awareness around menopause, and the barriers that still exist to accessing evidence-based care.

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National Post, November 12, 2025

Dr. Paula Rochon explores ‘prescribing cascades’ – a dangerous domino effect that can occur when medications are inappropriately prescribed. Historic gaps in research are one of the reasons mature women are particularly vulnerable to this phenomenon.

Canadian Press, November 5, 2025

Dr. Wendy Wolfman is featured in this article exploring why menopause care is financially out of reach for many Canadians – highlighting the need to continue advancing access to information and care.

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The Kit, November 4, 2025

This cheeky article takes on the taboos around menopause and talks candidly about advice for men supporting their partners as they navigate their menopausal symptoms. Dr. Juliana Poli, a fellow in mature women’s health and menopause at the Centre, is featured.

CBC, October 18, 2025

On World Menopause Day, Dr. Wendy Wolfman sits down with Deana Sumanac-Johnson to speak about the movement to destigmatize menopause and opportunities to improve care for women through all life’s stages.

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Smiling man stands in front of Toronto city skyline with arms crossed. French overlay text reads, "Y a pas deux matins pareils."

Radio-Canada, October 17, 2025 (FR)

Nicolas Haddad speaks with Louis de Melo, CEO of Sinai Health Foundation, about Cause for the ‘Pause, an event raising support and awareness for mature women’s health.

CityNews Toronto, October 15, 2025

Melanie Ng speaks with Dr. Wendy Wolfman about World Menopause Month and why it’s important to shine a light on mature women’s health.

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Canada Newswire, October 14, 2025

Sinai Health Foundation launches new campaign spotlighting critical questions in women's health, calling for urgent action to close gaps in menopause and beyond.

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Newsweek, August 21, 2025

Dr. Marie Christakis, Clinical Lead at the Weston and O’Born Centre for Mature Women’s Health, shares her concerns about the upswing in promotion of routine hormone panel testing for the evaluation of menopausal symptoms.

Remembering The Hon. Hilary M. Weston, C.M., C.V.O, O.Ont., August 18, 2025

We honour and remember The Hon. Hilary M. Weston, C.M., C.V.O, O.Ont., a devoted philanthropist who has had a tremendous impact around the world.

The Agenda, March 26, 2025

TVO hosted an engaging panel discussion featuring Sinai Health’s Dr. Wendy Wolfman, as well as Trish Barbato – a patient of Dr. Wolfman’s who went on to found The Menopause Foundation of Canada.

Women of Influence+, March 4, 2025

Dr. Wendy Wolfman was honoured as one of Canada’s Top 25 Women of Influence for her contributions to advancing women’s access to health care, especially through her research and efforts to train the next generation of practitioners.

Canada Newswire, March 6, 2025

Sinai Health Foundation announces transformational $25-million gift and naming of the Weston and O'Born Centre for Mature Women's Health.

CityNews Toronto, October 30, 2024

Drs. Wendy Wolfman and Marie Christakis, along with patient advocate Grace Tong, speak with CityTV live from the inaugural Cause for the ‘Pause event about why they’re hot and bothered.

Toronto Star, October 24, 2024

Dr. Wendy Wolfman explores the many barriers to care that women face around menopause in this eye-opening opinion piece in the Toronto Star.

Global News - The Morning Show, October 21, 2024

For menopause awareness month, Hot and Bothered campaign champion Jully Black joins Global’s morning show to break down barriers and share her personal experience with perimenopause.

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CBC Radio-Canada Toronto (French), October 18, 2024

Sinai Health Foundation President & CEO Louis de Melo speaks out about the need to prioritize women’s health and how the Hot and Bothered campaign will help.

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Yahoo! Style, October 16, 2024

Jully Black says perimenopause came 'like a thief in the night.' The Canadian star has teamed up with Sinai Health to change the story around menopause.

CBC News, October 16, 2024

Join patient advocate Deborah Knight and gynaecologist Dr. Marie Christakis to hear about the urgent need for better care, research and education in menopause.

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Gender-specific language has been used throughout this website, as reflected in publications and research. However, Sinai Health Foundation recognizes that some persons experiencing perimenopause and menopause may identify differently than with the gender and pronouns used.
The Weston and O’Born Centre for Mature Women’s Health builds upon the leadership of The Frances Bloomberg Centre for Women's and Infants' Health – Canada's largest academic centre for women's and infants’ health and one of the top five in the world.