Doctors and researchers assumed male bodies were the default, and that findings from men would apply to everyone. They don’t: Because typical drug dosages were designed around male weight and metabolism, women have been twice as likely to suffer serious side effects from some prescription medications. Some heart drugs that save men’s lives can increase cardiac deaths in women. Fibroids are a defining example of this medical exclusion. They affect up to 80% of women. They’re the #1 reason for hysterectomy in this country. They cost the US $34 billion annually. And they remain one of the most underfunded conditions in medicine. More research specifically focused on women isn’t about special treatment. It’s about catching up. Research is not optional. It’s overdue. Go to makefibroidscount.org (link in bio) to learn more and donate to research today! *Donations are tax-deductible in the US. #MakeFibroidsCount #WomensHealth #Fibroids @foundationwomenshealth