In the realm of women's health, there exists a silent battle that disproportionately affects a specific group of individuals: Black women. Uterine fibroids (UF) are estrogen-dependent tumor growths in the uterus, are not only prevalent but also deeply impactful. These rapidly dividing cells invade surrounding tissue and rob neighboring cells of their nutrients. July is Fibroid Awareness Month, and it's the perfect time to shed light on this issue and empower Black women to take control of their health. My hope is that this blog will provide practical tips that can help prevent UF and maintain optimal reproductive health. Currently, there are 26 million women aged 15 to 50 in the US living with UF and more than half of them will experience some associated health symptoms such as severe cramping, unusual bleeding, and heavier and longer periods. Here's the disparity: African American women are more likely to experience fibroids at an earlier age and they tend to be much larg
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