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08/17/2026

Can Fibroids Cause Pelvic Floor Muscle Dysfunction?

Despite the fact that close to one-third of all women and 50 percent of women over the age of 50 are currently affected by pelvic floor muscle dysfunction (PFMD), people are given

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08/11/2026

Speak Up: Silence Goes Unheard 

At Fibroid Fighters, we often talk about awareness, education, and advocacy. But at the heart of all three is something even more fundamental: finding the courage to speak up.  During

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08/10/2026

Can Fibroids Return After Treatment?

Many women wonder whether fibroids can come back after treatment. The answer depends on the type of treatment you choose. A hysterectomy is the only treatment that completely eliminates the

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08/10/2026

2026 Flora Award Recipients

Fibroid Fighters Foundation proudly honored Paloma Izquierdo-Hernandez, President and CEO of Urban Health Plan, and Bronx Borough President Vanessa L. Gibson with the 2026 Flora Award at its annual Your Health in Full Bloom event in New York City. Named in memory of Dr. Flora Katsnelson, co-founder of Fibroid Fighters Foundation, the award recognizes leaders whose work advances health equity, expands access to quality healthcare, and strengthens underserved communities. This year's recipients exemplify the compassion,…

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