Sateria Venable Addresses State Leaders on Uterine Fibroids at Women In Government’s National Legislative Conference
On Thursday, June 19, 2025, Fibroid Foundation Founder and CEO Sateria Venable took the stage at the Women In Government (WIG) National Legislative Conference in St. Louis, MO, delivering a powerful call to action on one of the most under-discussed women’s health crises in the country: Uterine Fibroids.
Speaking to a room of state legislators from across the nation, Sateria spotlighted the urgency for evidence-based policies, research investment, and menstrual health equity, reminding attendees that fibroids are not just a medical issue, but a public health and policy issue that demands action now.
Millions of Women Are Suffering – Many in Silence
Fibroid Prevalence anchored the conversation. Venable shared that fibroids affect an estimated 26 million women in the U.S., and disproportionately impact Black and Brown communities. Despite their prevalence, fibroids receive a fraction of the research funding granted to less common condition
We Deserve Options Beyond Hysterectomy
Sateria emphasized the urgent need to rethink default treatment pathways. Many women are offered hysterectomy as a first or only option, often without full information. She presented research linking hysterectomy, especially in younger women, to long-term cardiovascular risks, making the case for uterine-preserving care options.
This Is the Moment for State Action
This is just the beginning of a roadmap for state-level change. The call is clear, and states must act on behalf of their citizens. Invest in fibroid awareness, create menstrual equity programs, support shared decision-making tools, and increase funding for non-invasive treatments. Sateria concluded her presentation by urging attendees to support Fibroid Legislation this July and year-round.
Too many women are living with pain, shame, fertility issues, and financial burdens from fibroids, without adequate answers or access to care. We cannot solve what we refuse to talk about. This moment, this movement, requires bold leadership at every level.
The Fibroid Foundation is proud to lead the charge, and grateful to Women In Government for the opportunity to bring this message to the lawmakers who can help create change.
