Last week, comedian Amy Schumer thanked her surgeons Dr. Tamer Seckin, EndoFound’s co-founder, and Dr. Hayama Brill for her endometriosis surgery, involving hysterectomy and appendectomy. Thank you, Amy, for creating awareness by emphasizing the most significant symptom of endometriosis: painful periods. With endometriosis being discussed on the digital interface, many questions arose with respect to endometriosis vs. adenomyosis, hysterectomies, and the difference between a “cure” for endometriosis and “treatment” for endometriosis. Read Dr. Seckin’s explanations here.

New strides in endometriosis advocacy are being made! Diana Falzone spoke with State Representative Jill Gilchrest about the launch of an endometriosis working group later this month in Connecticut. The group will be meeting every two weeks in the hopes of making recommendations for the legislature and focusing on endometriosis education. Learn more about these strides today.

We launched PeriodNow a few months into the pandemic last summer, and we’re still going! PeriodNow has been combating period poverty and spreading endometriosis education by getting period supplies to anyone who needs them. Each package of period supplies includes an insert on endometriosis symptoms to ensure that people can recognize a disease that is still so often misdiagnosed.

Thank you to all our supporters who use Amazon Smile each time they shop! Haven’t selected a charity on Amazon yet? You can contribute to advancing cutting-edge endometriosis research and advocating for endo legislation by selecting EndoFound as your charity on Amazon Smile. EndoFound receives a .5% donation from all qualifying purchases and it's so easy! You must shop at smile.amazon.com in order to donate (bookmark the link here!).

Browse the EndoShop for all your new-season needs. From bracelets and hoodies to soothing heatable plushies and accessories, there is something for everyone. Purchase with purpose when you support EndoFound’s programs.

Follow the EndoFound on social media and be the first to hear about new research, program updates, or different ways to get involved. Our platforms provide a safe and supportive environment to connect people from around the world. Please visit our Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram and give us any feedback you may have by commenting on our posts or direct messaging us!

Endometriosis Foundation of America - 872 FIFTH AVENUE NEW YORK, NY 10065
Phone: +1 646.854.3309 - endofound.org

[Unsubscribe] to no longer receive emails from Endometriosis Foundation of America.
Change your email settings at [Manage Subscriptions].

Disclaimer: The information contained on the Endometriosis Foundation of America ("EndoFound") web site and social media is provided for your general information only. EndoFound does not give medical advice or engage in the practice of medicine. The EndoFound under no circumstances recommends particular treatment for specific individuals and in all cases recommends that you consult your physician or local treatment center before pursuing any course of treatment.

References to any entity, product, service, or source of information not related to the EndoFound in this site should not be considered an endorsement, either direct or implied, by the Endometriosis Foundation of America. The EndoFound does not recommend or endorse any specific tests, products, procedures, opinions or other information that may be provided on any linked web sites. The linked web sites may contain text, graphics, images or information that you find offensive. EndoFound has no control over and accepts no responsibility for such materials.

We hope that you find endofound.org useful in providing information and in helping you make your own health care decisions.