Oscar-winning actress Lupita Nyong’o is sharing about her experience of being diagnosed with uterine fibroids, using the opportunity as a call to action on Capitol Hill.

Lupita Nyong’o is using her voice to break the silence around a health issue that far too many women suffer through. In honor of Fibroid Awareness Month, the Black Panther star opened up about her more than decade-long battle with uterine fibroids, shedding light on a condition that affects millions, but is rarely discussed openly.

Lupita Nyong'o opened up about her uterine fibroids diagnosis, shedding light on her health journey and advocating for better awareness and care