MI HR0149

Declares July 21–25, 2025, as Fibroids Awareness Week in Michigan

Recognizes that uterine fibroids affect up to 70% of women by age 50, with the highest incidence among African American women

Highlights symptoms including excessive menstrual bleeding, pelvic pain, frequent urination, fatigue, anemia, infertility, and pregnancy complications

Notes fibroids are the leading cause of hysterectomies in the United States, resulting in tens of thousands of surgeries annually

Encourages Michigan residents to learn more about uterine fibroids and support affected individuals