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Jersey City Woman’s Life-Changing Endometriosis Surgery Has Her Primed for the New York City Marathon

Jersey City Woman’s Life-Changing Endometriosis Surgery Has Her Primed for the New York City Marathon

After years of being dismissed by doctors, Gianna Peko finally found answers through excision surgery that transformed her life. Now, the Jersey City investment banker is running her first NYC Marathon…

Endometriosis Patient Who Lost Her Fertility During Three Nightmare Surgeries in Eight Months Speaks Out so Others Avoid Her Plight

Endometriosis Patient Who Lost Her Fertility During Three Nightmare Surgeries in Eight Months Speaks Out so Others Avoid Her Plight

After three devastating surgeries in just eight months, Katya Karlova lost her fertility—but not her voice. The Los Angeles-based model and advocate is sharing her story to help others avoid the same…

Boyfriend of Endometriosis Patient Is Running the NYC Marathon for Her While Enlightening Men About the Disease

Boyfriend of Endometriosis Patient Is Running the NYC Marathon for Her While Enlightening Men About the Disease

When Patrick McCoy’s girlfriend Caileigh was diagnosed with endometriosis, he became her strongest advocate. Now, Patrick is running the NYC Marathon with Team EndoStrong—raising funds, awareness,…

From the NYC Marathon to the Operating Table, Elsa Smith Is Prepping for What She Hopes Will Be a Life-Changing Week

From the NYC Marathon to the Operating Table, Elsa Smith Is Prepping for What She Hopes Will Be a Life-Changing Week

For Elsa Smith, marathon training has been both humbling and empowering. On Nov. 2 she’ll run her first NYC Marathon with Team EndoStrong, and on Nov. 6, she’ll undergo her second excision surgery—raising…

Californian Is Sharing Her Endometriosis Journey for the First Time as She Preps for Her First New York City Marathon

Californian Is Sharing Her Endometriosis Journey for the First Time as She Preps for Her First New York City Marathon

For years, Starlynn Dris kept her endometriosis diagnosis private. Now, as she trains for her first NYC Marathon with Team EndoStrong, the California nurse is sharing her story to raise awareness and…

After Two Endometriosis Surgeries in Two Countries, Jillian Lye Is Doing Well and Excited to Raise Awareness in Her First Marathon

After Two Endometriosis Surgeries in Two Countries, Jillian Lye Is Doing Well and Excited to Raise Awareness in Her First Marathon

From junior squash athlete in Singapore to physical therapist in NYC, Jillian Lye’s journey with endometriosis has been long and challenging. After two surgeries in two countries, she’s running her…

Her First Marathon Was in April, a Week Before Having Endometriosis Surgery; Now She’s Training for the World’s Biggest Running Stage

Her First Marathon Was in April, a Week Before Having Endometriosis Surgery; Now She’s Training for the World’s Biggest Running Stage

Kasey Malanga ran her first marathon just 11 days before endometriosis surgery. Now, she’s preparing for the NYC Marathon with Team EndoStrong — raising awareness and funds while chasing her dream…

Your Pain is Real: Bindi Irwin says No Gaslighting, No Stigma — Just Truth About Endometriosis

Your Pain is Real: Bindi Irwin says No Gaslighting, No Stigma — Just Truth About Endometriosis

Bindi Irwin's powerful story about her endometriosis diagnosis validates what many women have been told to ignore: your pain is real. Learn how her journey amplifies the call for better women's healthcare.…

EndoFound’s 2025 Virtual End Endo 5K Is Ready to Run!

EndoFound’s 2025 Virtual End Endo 5K Is Ready to Run!

EndoFound’s Virtual End Endo 5K returns Sept. 15–21 with a $50,000 fundraising goal. Register today to move for awareness, raise funds, and show off your exclusive End Endo 5K merch!

Notre Dame Grad and Harvard Law Student, Still with Debilitating Endometriosis After Two Surgeries, Will Run in the NYC Marathon

Notre Dame Grad and Harvard Law Student, Still with Debilitating Endometriosis After Two Surgeries, Will Run in the NYC Marathon

Caeli Jojola has faced years of debilitating endometriosis, two surgeries, and relentless pain. Now, the Notre Dame graduate and Harvard law student is training for the NYC Marathon with Team EndoStrong…

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