I was diagnosed with Endometriosis at 14. Like many who suffer from this condition, I saw several doctors before receiving an accurate diagnosis, a common issue stemming from a lack of research. To address this, I introduced the Endometriosis CARE Act yesterday, which will invest $50 million annually from 2025 to 2029 in Endometriosis research through the National Institutes of Health. Endometriosis affects an estimated 190 million women of reproductive age worldwide, with Black women and women of color often misdiagnosed or not diagnosed at all. On average, it takes 7-10 years for any woman to receive a proper diagnosis. During Women's Health Month, it is important to both highlight the impact of ongoing disparities in women's health research and act to address those disparities.

I also held a press conference with leaders from endorsing organizations who also fight for Endometriosis research. Watch it here.

I'd like to thank my cosponsors Rep. Alma Dams (D-NC), Rep. Lauren Underwood (D-IL), Rep. Emilia Sykes (D-OH) and Rep. Jennifer Gonzalez Colon (R-PR). I'd also like to thank the endorsing organizations: The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, Endometriosis Foundation of America, Endo Black, Inc., Endo What?, March of Dimes and Society for Women’s Health Research. I will always champion health equity and access to healthcare, especially for Black women who are consistently left behind by our healthcare system.

Yours for the people,