Oscar-winning actress Lupita Nyong’o is sharing about her experience of being diagnosed with uterine fibroids, using the opportunity as a call to action on Capitol Hill.

Lupita Nyong’o is using her voice to break the silence around a health issue that far too many women suffer through. In honor of Fibroid Awareness Month, the Black Panther star opened up about her more than decade-long battle with uterine fibroids, shedding light on a condition that affects millions, but is rarely discussed openly.