Fibroids Awareness Month 2027

When is Fibroids Awareness Month?

Fibroids Awareness Month is recognised in the United States and several other countries every

July

. In 2026, it runs from

1-31 July

. The observance was originally launched through efforts by advocacy groups and women’s health organisations to address disparities in fibroid care and ensure women receive the attention and treatment they need.

How to get involved in Fibroids Awareness Month

• For personal health questions, use Fibroids Awareness Month. This calendar covers the awareness observance and campaign planning; it does not provide diagnosis or treatment advice.
• Share your story or encourage others to speak openly about their experiences with fibroids.
• Support fibroid research by donating to or promoting organisations focused on women’s health.
• Host or attend educational webinars or community forums on uterine health.
• Encourage healthcare providers to take menstrual and pelvic pain complaints seriously.
• Use social media to raise awareness and amplify advocacy efforts using the campaign hashtags.

Why Fibroids Awareness Month matters

Uterine fibroids are extremely common – affecting as many as

70% to 80% of women

by age 50 – yet they often go undiagnosed or misdiagnosed for years. The condition disproportionately affects Black women, who are more likely to experience fibroids at a younger age and with more severe symptoms.

Fibroids Awareness Month

helps to dismantle the silence surrounding the condition, encourage earlier intervention, and empower women to seek appropriate medical care and support.

Key Facts About Uterine Fibroids

• Fibroids are noncancerous tumours that develop in or on the uterus and are hormonally sensitive.
• Symptoms include prolonged periods, pelvic pressure, frequent urination, pain during intercourse, and infertility.
• Black women are 2 to 3 times more likely to develop fibroids and often experience more severe symptoms.
• Common treatments include medication, hormonal therapy, myomectomy (surgical removal), and uterine fibroid embolization (UFE).
• Despite how common they are, fibroids are still underfunded in research and under-discussed in medical training.

Links

• NIH – Uterine Fibroids
• The White Dress Project
• ACOG – Uterine Fibroids
• Office on Women’s Health

History of Fibroids Awareness Month

Fibroids Awareness Month

began as a grassroots movement and has grown into a national health initiative in the U.S. The campaign was created to address the lack of public conversation and medical urgency around fibroids. Over time, it has been supported by medical associations, advocacy groups like The White Dress Project, and legislation promoting fibroid education and research. Awareness efforts continue to grow, highlighting the need for inclusive, accessible, and effective fibroid care.