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Fibroid Awareness Month Toolkit

July 18, 2022

DOWNLOAD THE FIBROIDS AWARENESS TOOLKIT

July is Fibroid Awareness Month. Join the Society for Women’s Health Research (SWHR) this July and all year long in raising awareness for uterine fibroids and the policy changes needed to improve health outcomes for women. Sections include: 

  • SWHR Resources
  • The Stephanie Tubbs Jones Uterine Fibroid Research and Education Act
  • Advocacy Resources
  • Uterine Fibroid Partners and Advocates

Download the toolkit to learn more and take action!

DOWNLOAD THE FIBROIDS AWARENESS TOOLKIT

July is Fibroid Awareness Month. Join the Society for Women’s Health Research (SWHR) this July and all year long in raising awareness for uterine fibroids and the policy changes needed to improve health outcomes for women. Sections include: 

  • SWHR Resources
  • The Stephanie Tubbs Jones Uterine Fibroid Research and Education Act
  • Advocacy Resources
  • Uterine Fibroid Partners and Advocates

Download the toolkit to learn more and take action!

 

This document is intended to serve as an educational and informative resource and is not intended or implied to serve as a substitute for medical or professional advice. The Society for Women’s Health Research does not make medical, diagnosis, or treatment recommendations, nor does it endorse or promote specific screening or diagnostic tests. Patients and consumers should confirm information and consult a professional health care provider to determine individual needs. The Society will not be liable for any direct, indirect, or other damages arising therefrom.  

 

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