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Healthy Equity
Welcome to Empowering Endo Sistas, a groundbreaking campaign by Endo Black Incorporated! Our mission is to empower African American women to take control of their health and enhance awareness about endometriosis. Through a multi-faceted approach, we aim to bring about positive change and foster a proactive approach to healthcare.
The Empowering Endo Sistas campaign’s purpose is to promote endometriosis screenings, ensure accurate diagnoses, and encourage African American women to become active patients.
Downloadables!
the Endo Symptom Tracker
Empower yourself on your journey with our "Endo Symptom Tracker," a user-friendly, downloadable PDF. This two-page tracker is easily printable and allows you to record and monitor your symptoms. Bring it to your doctor's appointments for smoother communication, self-advocacy, and to ensure comprehensive care. Stay informed about potential endometriosis symptoms, and if you experience any, it's vital to discuss them promptly with your healthcare provider.
Your Doctor Question List
In partnership with BlackDoctor.org, Endo Black, Inc. proudly presents "Your Doctor Question List" – a downloadable document featuring 10 critical questions tailored for discussions with your doctor on endometriosis and surgery. Print this guide and take it to your next doctor's appointment to discuss endometriosis treatment. With approximately 6 ½ million women in the US believed to have endo, it becomes even more crucial to be well-informed.
Health In Her HUE is a digital platform linking Black women and women of color with culturally sensitive healthcare providers. Access care by searching a network of understanding providers, leave reviews to extend your experience, and be heard through empathetic, holistic care. Start your journey today in the provider directory above.
Intimacy & Endo Fireside Chat
Empowering Endo Sistas Panel Discussion
Thank you to our guest panelist and emcee!
Meet Our Emcee
Casey Hinds, also known as Casey Joe, is a 26-year-old NYC/ATL based makeup artist and social media content creator with a strong passion for fashion and all things beauty. She is passionate about inclusivity and producing phenomenal content that helps her followers feel and look their absolute best. After being diagnosed with Endometriosis in February of 2018, Casey began her journey on living a healthier lifestyle by transitioning to a pescatarian and began sharing her knowledge and love for organic feminine care products and other taboo topics. In September of 2019, she launched her first all organic feminine care box curated with the majority of black-owned businesses named Shestrual.
Our Partners
Recent studies in 2023 continue to highlight a concerning reality: African American women diagnosed with endometriosis often confront more complex clinical health conditions compared to their White counterparts. Recognizing the urgency to address this disparity, Endo Black, Inc. is dedicated to bridging the gap. The Empowering Endo Sistas campaign strives to raise awareness and provide accessible resources, fostering more accurate diagnoses for African American women navigating endometriosis and encouraging active patient involvement in their healthcare. By challenging outdated narratives and advocating for informed healthcare practices, our organization, in collaboration with partners, aims to narrow the existing gaps in endometriosis awareness and diagnosis. *
Join us throughout the month leading up to March, Endometriosis Awareness Month, in engaging discussions about Empowering Endo Sistas. Use #EmpoweringEndoSistas on social media and share the graphics here. We hope to see you in Baltimore, MD and Atlanta, GA.
* Sumitomo Pharma and Pfizer Alliance is a sponsor and is not responsible for content, nor do they have input into materials developed for this campaign.
PARTNERS
PARTNERS
Meet the panelists
Jasmine K. Jones
Imani Bright
Les Henderson
La-Anna Douglas
Elizabeth Smith
Dr. Soyini Hawkins
Dr. Charis Chambers