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PCOS Has a New Name. Here's Why That Matters for Black Women.

After two decades of lobbying, the medical community has a new name for the condition once called polycystic ovary syndrome — and the change reflects how it actually shows up in Black women's bodies.

By Karen Heslop 8 min read May 18, 2026
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Black women are three times more likely to die from pregnancy-related causes than white women.

Real change begins when we move from crisis to care — and from a single awareness week to year-round action. Explore the Black Maternal Health Channel.

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