Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance
OCRA to Host FDA Listening Session at International Gynecologic Cancer Conference®
Submit your questions ahead of this important conversation with leaders from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, and register to join us for the free online conference taking place September 16–17.
Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance
OCRA to Host FDA Listening Session at International Gynecologic Cancer Conference®
Submit your questions ahead of this important conversation with leaders from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, and register to join us for the free online conference taking place September 16–17.
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OCRA's Research Exchange is a first-of-its-kind, global, AI-powered ecosystem designed to transform how gynecologic cancer research is conducted—accelerating breakthroughs by connecting patients, clinicians, researchers, and data in real time. Whether you’re sharing your experience in our patient registry, exploring new findings, reading last month’s gyn cancer journal articles, or supporting this work, you can participate.
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OCRA advocates on Capitol Hill to improve research and education, drug and diagnostic safety, and access to quality care for all members of the ovarian and gynecologic cancer community. To date, OCRA has helped secure more than $3.8 billion in federal funding.
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A Message from President and CEO Audra Moran
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News & Updates
September is Gynecologic and Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month
About Gynecologic and Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month September is recognized nationwide as Gynecologic and Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, a dedicated time to raise awareness for all gynecologic cancers. Throughout the month, OCRA joins forces with patients, caregivers, and supporters to amplify our voices. We focus on educating the public about risks and symptoms, highlighting the … Continued
The Overview: July 2026
SummeRun Raises $260,000+ for Research, Hope and Progress Nearly one thousand runners, walkers, survivors, families, friends, and supporters showed up at Seattle’s Seward Park on Sunday, July 12th, for the 33rd annual Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance (OCRA) Rivkin Family SummeRun, raising more than $260,000 for research and programs that support the gynecologic cancer community. The … Continued
Navigating Platinum-Resistant Ovarian Cancer: Everyday Health Shares Coping Strategies and OCRA Resources
In an article published by Everyday Health, “Coping With the Emotional Challenges of Platinum-Resistant Ovarian Cancer” (June 10, 2026), Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance (OCRA) community member Amanda Widro shares her experience navigating a platinum-resistant ovarian cancer diagnosis. Ovarian cancer is considered platinum-resistant when it recurs within six months of finishing platinum-based chemotherapy. Widro, who was … Continued