Uterine fibroids disproportionately affect Black women.

Black women are three times more likely than women of other races to develop uterine fibroids and are more likely to experience them earlier in life. Despite the high prevalence of uterine fibroids in Black women, Black women only make up 15% of study participants in uterine fibroids’ research studies.  

To shed more light on this important Black women's health issue, this destination in Verywell's Health Divide series provides:

• Educational information with insights into how uterine fibroids affect Black women
• Expert answers from Verywell Health's Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Jessica Shepherd
• Stories from women who have firsthand experience with uterine fibroids

Let's learn from one another, so we can all help each other live healthier lives.

--Shamard Charles, MD, MPH, public health doctor