Introducing...
Fibroid Fighters
The Fibroids Fighters Foundation is a public welfare organization created to advance the cause of women’s’ health and the safe and effective treatment of uterine fibroids.
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Understanding Fibroids
Get started by knowing all about fibroid symptoms, risk factors, and treatment options to help you find the best care.
Our Mission
Fibroid Fighters provides support, education, and hope for people living with fibroids. Learn more about us.
Your Health
Keep up with the latest on fibroids and learn more about the resources that can help you stay on top of your own health.
Multi-Facted Approach
Our Mission
By developing a collaborative partnership with fellow patients and physicians, we’re fostering a supportive relationship where informed women have proactive conversations with trusted healthcare providers on a regular basis. As a patient-founded organization, our unique insights layered with a unique mix of virtual and in-person outreach drives exponential change.
Awareness, education, and access to care are all needed to make a tremendous difference in a woman’s quality of life. Together we need to make talking about menstrual health and fertility a part of normal health care.
Sharing Successes
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Shay Johnson's Story
Actress Shay Johnson was terrified every time she thought of the word "Fibroids." She separated herself from her family and friends while trying to deal with the symptoms herself. She finally was made aware of treatment options that helped her to live a normal life.
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Recent Blog Posts
Fighter Feature: Melissa Muganzo Murphy
We’re introducing our newest series: the Fighter Feature. Every month, we’ll be asking one of our Fibroid Fighters to encourage more conversations about fibroids by sharing their story and to
Victim to Victorious: A Journey of Overcoming Fibroids
How Fibroid Ambassador Eugenia Buie Battled Fibroids During the Pandemic Now that we are more than a year into the COVID-19 pandemic, it has presented numerous challenges for women dealing
Increased Risk of Breast Cancer In Women with Fibroids
Every October, we donate to breast cancer awareness organizations, wear pink ribbons or clothing, and are grateful for our family members in remission. It’s easy to go through the motions,
What's Going On
Recent News
Miami November Brunch Highlights Fibroid Awareness
November 19, 2021, Northbrook, IL-- The Miami Fibroid Awareness Brunch, a highly anticipated event on November 13, 2021, in downtown Miami inspired the audience to join the fight for better awareness of fibroid disease that touches over 26 million American women. Celebrities, fibroid ambassadors, and CEO and Fibroid Fighters’ Founder Dr. Yan Katsnelson took part in the event that included personal stories, giveaways, and a sneak peek at “I Have the Right” film at the event that…
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