As the voice for women with ovarian cancer on Capitol Hill, OCRFA fights to secure funding for ovarian cancer research and education at the federal level. In 2016, with the help of committed Advocate Leaders, Grassroots Advocates, Research Advocates and action alert supporters, OCRFA was able to: We’ve made great strides in ensuring that ovarian … Continued
The Kolker Fellowship commemorates the legacy of pioneering health policy advocate Ann Kolker. At the time Ann was diagnosed with ovarian cancer in 1996, she was already a political powerhouse, having early involvement with organizations like the National Women’s Political Caucus and Emily’s List. We are now accepting applications for the Fall 2017 Fellowship.
On September 7th, the FDA issued an important safety communication about tests marketed as ovarian cancer screening tests, including the ROCA Test developed by Abcodia Incorporated. The FDA states, “despite extensive research and published studies, there are currently no screening tests for ovarian cancer that are sensitive enough to reliably screen for ovarian cancer without a … Continued
Join us in asking Congress to pass oral chemotherapy parity legislation today. This legislation will ensure that patients have access to the best chemotherapy drugs available, including many personalized therapies. Send an Action Alert to your Members of Congress Today! Why do we need this action now? The last decade has seen an explosion in … Continued
Miss USA, Deshauna Barber, joined Chad Ramsey and Lisa Mauti on Capitol Hill to meet with Members of Congress to educate them about ovarian cancer. Deshauna spoke with Members about Oral Chemotherapy Parity, asked for more research and awareness, and let them know just how important our community is.
Reps. Sean Duffy (R-WI) and Rosa DeLauro (D-CT) to speak at briefing on the state of ovarian cancer in the United States Watch the Briefing WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Reps. Sean Duffy and Rosa DeLauro, both of whom had personal experiences with ovarian cancer, will celebrate the first anniversary of the Congressional Ovarian Cancer Caucus … Continued
In August of 2014, Sherry Pollex became a part of this incredible, strong, inspirational and ever beautiful community of ovarian cancer survivors. OCRA first got to know Sherry when she was first diagnosed. We knew right away that Sherry was a special person, when her first question was, “How can I help save other women … Continued
Later this week, we’ll be sending out a request for you to take Action to help protect ovarian cancer research funding at the Department of Defense. The Ovarian Cancer Research Program (OCRP) is part of the Congressionally Directed Medical Research Program in the Department of Defense (DoD), and funds innovative and cutting edge ovarian cancer … Continued
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 17, 2016 Lisa Mauti lmauti@ocrfa.org 202-517-6410 Supreme Court Returns Zubik v. Burwell to Lower Courts to Resolve Access to Cost-Free Contraceptive Services to Women “We urge the lower courts to move quickly and to consider the impact of their decision on the future of women’s preventative healthcare, especially as a … Continued
Check out our webinar by Chad Ramsey, VP of Policy, and Alison Silberman, Director of Field Engagement, to learn about OCRFA’s legislative efforts in 2016. You’ll hear about the issues we are working on and learn about ways you can get involved to help make a difference for women with ovarian cancer. Watch more webinars.
In his final State of the Union address, President Obama announced a national initiative to find a cure to cancer. Details are beginning to emerge about the plan and the President has requested $1 Billion in new funding over the next two years to boost the effort. As Congress begins to consider annual appropriations legislation, … Continued
Last week the United States Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) released its fifth report to Congress highlighting women’s health as a high priority gap in clinical preventative services. Recognizing the reproductive and biologic differences in women, as well as such external factors as home and work environments and economic and educational resources, the USPSTF has … Continued
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