Aims to advance research, promote awareness, and provide patient support regarding endometriosis.
Defines endometriosis as a disease where tissue similar to the uterine lining grows outside the uterus, causing severe pain and potential fertility issues.
Authorizes the Director of the National Institutes of Health to conduct data collection, surveillance, and research on endometriosis, with a funding allocation of $50 million per year from 2025 to 2029.
Mandates an analysis of barriers individuals face in accessing treatments for endometriosis, including transportation and healthcare professional shortages.
Requires the Secretary to assess data from Medicaid and health insurance programs regarding treatment access for endometriosis.
Establishes a public education program to disseminate information about endometriosis, focusing on awareness, treatment options, and support for underserved groups, with a funding allocation of $2 million per year from 2025 to 2029.
Directs the Secretary to provide healthcare professionals with information on diagnosing and treating endometriosis, also with a funding allocation of $2 million per year from 2025 to 2029.
Calls for a study by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine to assess disparities in endometriosis prevalence, detection, treatment, and outcomes based on various demographic factors, with a funding allocation of $500,000.
Ensures patient privacy and confidentiality in data collection and analysis related to endometriosis.