Mike Kennedy: “I rise today to shed light on endometriosis, a chronic and debilitating condition affecting more than 6.5 million women…”

“I rise today to shed light on endometriosis, a chronic and debilitating condition affecting more than 6.5 million women across the United States. Despite its prevalence, it often goes undiagnosed for years. The journey to diagnosis is long, an average of more than 6 years from first symptoms to definitive diagnosis. Raising awareness is the first step to change. That is why I thank Mary Alice Marriott Hatch for her partnership in bringing a screening of ``Below the Belt'' to Capitol Hill on March 18. I invite all of my congressional colleagues to join us and learn more about this important issue. Mr. Speaker, awareness alone isn't enough. Investing in research, improving training for health professionals, and removing barriers to care are essential steps. With proper funding and attention, we can find effective treatments, improve quality of life, and bring hope to millions. I look forward to working with my colleagues in a bipartisan fashion to give endometriosis care the attention that it deserves.”