Ovarian cancer is a complex disease, and more is being discovered each day about its origins and behavior. This section offers a wealth of information that will deepen understanding and help those who may be navigating a diagnosis.
We can’t yet cure ovarian cancer, but there are strategies to potentially prevent it. Learn more.
Prevention information“I don’t believe we can maximize our impact on ovarian cancer without embracing opportunities in other gynecologic cancers.”Dr. David Huntsman David Huntsman, MD…
CA-125 is a biomarker for ovarian cancer that is often elevated in the blood of people with ovarian cancer…
Genetic testing is an important tool in the prevention of ovarian and other gynecologic cancers. According to many studies…
We need people doing the research that will drive the next thoughtful and creative trial, and we’re getting it because of organizations like OCRA.
It’s about getting women to have their own voice, to become familiar with their family history. To advocate for themselves.
We chose to run a half-marathon to continue our mom’s love for running and to raise money for ovarian cancer research. We run for our mom and the thousands of other women diagnosed every year.