Chia Berry Pudding with Almond…
This Chia Berry Pudding with Almond Butter Swirl is a delicious, fibroid-friendly dessert that nourishes your body from the inside out. Packed with fiber, omega-3s, and antioxidants, this creamy chia
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Are Diabetic Women More At…
Did you know that diabetes or prediabetes may increase your risk of developing uterine fibroids? Diabetes affects over 38 million Americans, and it’s crucial to be aware of its potential
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Can Fibroids Cause Pelvic Floor…
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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Why Are So Many Women…
Despite major advances in women’s health, hysterectomy remains the most common surgical treatment for uterine fibroids — even when less invasive, uterus-sparing options are available. According to a recent report
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Tatyana’s Story: Over a Decade…
I was 22 when I had my first miscarriage. It was heartbreaking. The doctors said fibroids may have been the cause. To clear my uterus, a D&C was performed, an
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Fibroid-Friendly Dinner: Maple-Glazed Sweet Potato…
Maple-Glazed Sweet Potato & Air-Fried Chicken Soul Bowl The Fibroid Fighters community celebrates food that feels good and does good for your body. This soulful bowl brings together naturally sweet
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What Are the Different Kinds…
Fibroids are far more common than many people realize. These noncancerous growths can appear in or around the uterus and affect women in unique and often unexpected ways. For some,
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Fibroids in the Spotlight: From…
On a recent season of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, newcomer Bozoma Saint John spoke about her struggle with fibroids following surgery. She’s not alone—other Housewives stars have also
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Fibroid-Friendly Dessert: Walnut & Dark…
Banana Nice Cream Our Fibroid Fighters community loves easy, nutritious meals — here’s one dietitian-approved recipe we can’t wait for you to try. For women managing fibroids, this dessert is
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New Study Links Fibroids to…
A large population study from South Korea has found that women in their 20s and 30s with uterine fibroids face a 50% higher risk of developing atrial fibrillation (AFib), a
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Study Finds Hysterectomy May Raise…
New research suggests that hysterectomy, the surgical removal of the uterus, could come with long-term risks for women’s health. A review of data from more than two million women found
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ABC News Hosts Roundtable on…
Recently on ABC News, a roundtable conversation took place featuring anchor Linsey Davis, model and actress Cynthia Bailey, and singer Tamar Braxton, who each shared their personal experiences living with
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Researchers Explore Same-Day Discharge After…
A new study is examining whether patients undergoing myomectomy—the surgical removal of fibroids—can safely return home the same day instead of staying overnight in the hospital. Researchers found promising evidence
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Risks of Long-Term Birth Control…
Hormonal birth control is often seen as a convenient solution to many reproductive health concerns. From regulating periods to easing painful cramps, birth control is prescribed for reasons beyond pregnancy
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Fighting for Fibroid Research—The U-FIGHT…
Senator Angela Alsobrooks’s message is clear: Fibroids affect up to 80% of women, yet a staggering 0.03% of federal research funding goes toward studying them. Fibroids impact 80% of women
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Reality TV’s Shay Johnson, Cynthia…
Reality stars Cynthia Bailey, Toya Johnson, and Shay Johnson participated in the Fibroid Fighters Foundation’s “Your Health in Full Bloom” event in New York. The event brought the community together
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Uniting for Women's Health: A…
Check out Fibroid Fighter’s incredible night of empowerment and awareness! Todd Wharton, host of the podcast “FaceTime with Todd Wharton”, got the scoop with behind-the-scenes interviews at the ‘Your Health
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From Awareness to Action: Inside…
The Fibroid Fighters Foundation’s mission goes beyond raising awareness, fostering spaces where stories are shared, knowledge is exchanged, and communities come together. That mission came to life at the annual
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Women's Health Features Questions to…
In a recent Women’s Health magazine article titled “I have Fibroids. These are the Questions I Wish I asked when I Got Diagnosed“, they covered the realities of education during
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Speaking Out: How Celebrity Voices…
Recent coverage of “Your Health in Full Bloom,” the annual health awareness event hosted by Fibroid Fighters, highlights the role celebrity health advocates play in the conversation about shifting medicine
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New Research Reveals Genetic Clues…
A groundbreaking study published in Communications Medicine is shedding new light on the biology of uterine fibroids and their link to heavy menstrual bleeding. Affecting up to 80% of women
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Fibroid Fighters: 'Your Health…
New York, NY — August 12, 2025 — The Fibroid Fighters Foundation recently held its annual “Your Health in Full Bloom” wellness event in New York City. This year, the
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Your Health in Full Bloom…
The Fibroid Fighters’ “Your Health In Full Bloom” event brought together nearly 500 attendees, health experts, and advocates, creating a supportive community for education, empowerment, entertainment, and fun. “Being on
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Why Are Uterine Fibroids Rising…
A growing trend shows uterine fibroids increasingly being diagnosed in Indian women in their 20s and 30s, especially in urban areas. According to The Daily Jagran, experts point to a
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U.S. Rep. Shontel Brown Champions…
Congresswoman Shontel Brown (D‑OH) has reintroduced the U-FIGHT Act (Uterine Fibroid Intervention and Gynecological Health and Treatment Act), designed to establish a federal grant program under the Department of Health
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Lupita Nyong’o Joins Lawmakers on…
At a powerful event on Capitol Hill, actress and Academy Award-winner Lupita Nyong’o stood alongside lawmakers and health advocates to shine a national spotlight on the ongoing crisis of uterine
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Powerful PBS Segment Reveals About…
Every day, millions of women silently struggle with a condition that rarely makes headlines: uterine fibroids. These noncancerous growths affect an estimated 70% of white women and up to 80%
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FOX NY Highlights Awareness Event
Dr. Yan Katsnelson, Founder of Fibroid Fighters, joins reality star Cynthia Bailey on Fox 5 Good Day New York with Christal Young and Ryan Kristafer! They’re here to chat about
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Fibroid Awareness Month Feature on…
ABC 7 NY recently featured Dr. Yan Katsnelson, Founder of Fibroid Fighters Foundation, in its Local Spotlight segment as part of Fibroid Awareness Month. In the interview, Dr. Katsnelson spoke
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Venus Williams Speaks Out About…
As reported by the TODAY Show, Venus Williams is speaking out for the first time about her years-long battle with fibroids, a condition that caused debilitating menstrual pain, nausea, and
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Lupita Nyong’o Shares Her Fibroid…
In honor of Fibroid Awareness Month, actress and activist Lupita Nyong’o is using her voice to bring attention to a condition that impacts millions of women yet remains widely misunderstood.
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Tweet and LaTocha Bring Star…
Get ready for a unique event where the power of music meets the urgency of health advocacy. R&B sensations Tweet and LaTocha will grace the stage at Fibroid Fighter’s “Your
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Fighting Fibroids: A Spotlight on…
The groundbreaking research on the effects and benefits of UAE conducted by members of USA Fibroid Centers and USA Clinics Group was featured as a trusted resource in the Indianapolis
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R&B Icon Tweet Joins Fibroid…
For Immediate Release Get Ready For an Evening Where Health Meets Harmony New York, NY – July 8, 2025 – Fibroid Fighters announces that acclaimed R&B icon Tweet (born Charlene
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R&B Singer Tweet Brings Sultry…
You won’t believe who’s joining Fibroid Fighters for their “Your Health in Full Bloom” event! R&B sensation Tweet, best known for her hit “Oops (Oh My),” is lending her powerful
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Uterine Fibroid Embolization (UFE): The…
A recent article from Black Health Matters highlights Uterine Fibroid Embolization (UFE), a minimally invasive and highly effective alternative to traditional surgical treatments for fibroids that often goes unmentioned. According
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Uterine Fibroid Legislation Update: Where…
For millions of American women, uterine fibroids present a significant health challenge, often leading to chronic pain, heavy bleeding, and fertility struggles. With an estimated twenty‑six million U.S. women between the
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Rep. Shontel Brown Introduces 'HER'…
Rep. Shontel Brown (D-Ohio) has introduced the Health & Endocrine Research on Personal Care Products for Women (HER) Act, a bill aimed at funding research into the link between personal
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July is Fibroid Awareness Month:…
July marks Fibroid Awareness Month, a crucial time to highlight a condition affecting 26 million women in the United States. Uterine fibroids, benign growths in or around the uterus, cause a
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Grammy-Nominated Artist LaTocha to Perform…
As reported by AP News, Grammy-nominated artist LaTocha will perform at Fibroid Fighters’ “Your Health in Full Bloom” VIP banquet on July 24, 2025, to help raise awareness about fibroid
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Grammy-Nominated R&B Powerhouse LaTocha will…
NEW YORK, NY – June 26, 2025 – Grammy-nominated singer, songwriter, and author LaTocha Scott, renowned as a member of the multi-platinum R&B quartet Xscape, will bring her powerhouse vocals
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Fibroid Awareness Month: Empowering Women…
July is Fibroid Awareness Month, a time to bring attention to a condition that affects 26 million women across the United States. Uterine fibroids are benign tumors that grow in
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Star Power Highlights Fibroid Awareness
Ever wonder what’s going on behind the scenes with the celebrities who support Fibroid Awareness Month and speak out at Fibroid Fighter’s annual event, “Your Health in Full Bloom”? While
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Understanding Health Equality in Healthcare
Health equity and health equality are both important in healthcare, but they represent different approaches to improving access and outcomes. Understanding the distinction is important when addressing the needs of
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'Your Health in Full Bloom'—A…
Kym Lee never imagined she’d wake up in a pool of blood in her parking garage. But years of living with uterine fibroids and being told to “wait and see”
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The Emotional Toll of Fibroids
Have you ever considered the emotional toll of fibroids and how they affect mental health? Uterine fibroids, also known as leiomyomas, are noncancerous tumors made of muscle and connective tissue
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Women's Health Month
May marks Women’s Health Month, led by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office on Women’s Health. Established to raise awareness about health issues unique to women and
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Fibroid Fighters Launches Health Event…
Recently reported by the Associated Press, Fibroid Fighters has officially announced “Your Health in Full Bloom,” a one-of-a-kind health awareness event taking place Thursday, July 24, 2025, at the Marriott
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‘Your Health in Full Bloom’…
NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 21, 2025–Fibroid Fighters today announced their star-studded health awareness event, “Your Health in Full Bloom”. The event will take place on Thursday, July 24, 2025,
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National Infertility Awareness Week
Trying to conceive can be a difficult journey, and for many, fibroids add another layer of challenge. During National Infertility Awareness Week, observed April 20th-26th, Fibroid Fighters is providing important
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Study Reveals Medical Dismissal of…
Recently reported in Aunt Minnie, a study presented at the 26th annual meeting of the Society of Cardiovascular and Interventional Radiology (SCVIR) is highlighting how many women with uterine fibroids
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Supporting Fibroid Awareness Week
Fibroid Awareness Week is a time to show support for all women who suffer from fibroids. Fibroid Fighters is raising awarenesses about uterine fibroids, a common yet often misdiagnosed and
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Study Highlights Hysterectomy Prevalence In…
A recent study published in the National Institutes of Health (NIH) has brought attention to the prevalence of hysterectomy among deaf women in the United States who use American Sign
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Largest Uterine Artery Embolization Study Confirms Outpatient…
A new study published in the journal Diagnostics highlights the significant improvements in quality of life for women who underwent uterine artery embolization (UAE) for fibroids in an outpatient setting.
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Heavy Bleeding Linked to Extreme…
Health.com recently published findings from a new study highlighting how women in perimenopause often experience extreme exhaustion, with heavy menstrual bleeding being a key contributor. The research reveals that women
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Six Signs Your Doctor Isn’t…
For many women, getting an accurate fibroid diagnosis and proper treatment is a challenge. On average, women wait three and a half years for treatment, and over 70% delay seeking
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Research Shows Exercise Improves Mental…
A new study from Mount Sinai provides evidence that physical activity can significantly improve mental well-being for women living with chronic pelvic pain disorders (CPPDs), including those with uterine fibroids.
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Endometriosis Awareness Month and Fibroids:…
March brings awareness to a condition that affects that affects one in ten women worldwide: endometriosis. A condition that, like fibroids, causes significant pain and impacts fertility. While both conditions
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Hysterectomy Regret: Age May Play…
A new study from the University of Rochester Medical Center found that younger patients who undergo hysterectomy for conditions like uterine fibroids are more likely to experience remorse after surgery.
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What Causes an Enlarged Uterus?
If you’ve noticed persistent bloating or a swollen belly that won’t go away, you might be wondering what’s causing it. While digestive issues or weight gain are common explanations, another
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Fibroids and Early Periods: What…
Getting your period earlier than expected isn’t just an inconvenience, it could be a sign that something more is going on with your health. Rolling Out recently reported that while
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What Are Cervical Fibroids?
Fibroids are noncancerous growths that develop in the uterus and affect over 26 million women in the United States. While most fibroids grow within the main body of the uterus,
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Painful Sex a Sign of…
Experiencing pain during or after sex is never normal and should always be investigated. If you’re experiencing pelvic discomfort before, during, or after intercourse, it is known as dyspareunia. A
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Toya Johnson's Fibroid Vlog
For years, reality TV star Toya Johnson has shared her life with the world. Now, in a candid and deeply personal new vlog series, “A Fibroid Journey,” she’s opening up about
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RHOBH’s Bozoma Has Myomectomy
As reported by Bravo, “The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” star Bozoma “Boz” Saint John recently had a myomectomy procedure to remove multiple uterine fibroids, including one the size of
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Thyroids and Fibroids: How Are…
January is Thyroid Awareness Month, and Fibroid Fighters is empowering women to take charge of their health. Discovering the link between thyroid function and fibroid development can lead to a
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How Painful Period Symptoms Impact…
Period pain: it’s a shared experience, but for many women, it’s far from normal. Imagine missing or trying to get through crucial meetings, deadlines, and even entire workdays due to
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New Guidelines for Minimally Invasive…
Are women with uterine fibroids being offered the best possible care? A recent Mayo Clinic study published in the New England Journal of Medicine and reported by News Medical suggests
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Iron Infusions for Women with…
An often-overlooked issue that affects many women, especially those with fibroids, is iron deficiency caused by heavy menstrual bleeding. For many women, heavy periods, a common symptom of fibroids, can
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Adenomyosis: Bloating and Digestive Issues
You’ve been feeling off lately. More trips to the bathroom than usual, a stubborn case of constipation, and a persistent bloat that’s making your favorite jeans feel like a tight
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