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Lupita Nyong'o Fights Uterine Fibroids, Boosts Awareness

7/16/2025

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Lupita Nyong'o bravely opened up about her battle with uterine fibroids, a condition impacting 80% of Black women by age 50. In collaboration with the Foundation for Women’s Health, she aims to boost research funding and raise awareness, highlighting the urgent need for better detection and care for this prevalent issue.

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Story summary

Lupita Nyong'o bravely opened up about her battle with uterine fibroids, a condition impacting 80% of Black women by age 50. In collaboration with the Foundation for Women’s Health, she aims to boost research funding and raise awareness, highlighting the urgent need for better detection and care for this prevalent issue.