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Congress Introduces UFIGHT Act to Address Uterine Fibroids, Backed by 50 Cosponsors

May 16, 2024, 10:11 PM

Congress is taking action to address the health disparities faced by Black women through the introduction of the UFIGHT Act. The legislation, spearheaded by Rep. Shontel Brown, aims to authorize federal grants for the early detection, treatment, and research of uterine fibroids. The bill has garnered support from 50 cosponsors and various Ohio and national women's health organizations. Rep. Yvette Clarke, Rep. Terri Sewell, and Rep. Kamlager-Dove are among the lawmakers backing the initiative. Uterine fibroids disproportionately affect Black women, with about 80% experiencing symptoms compared to two-thirds of women overall. The UFIGHT Act seeks to bridge these health disparities by funding research and treatment efforts.