The Overview: November 2020
We’re full on into fall, and giving thanks for all that we’ve accomplished together, in a year that’s been more than a little challenging. RESEARCH ADVOCACY PATIENT SUPPORT & PROGRAMS EVENTS WAYS … Continued
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Share Your Story to Support Ovarian Cancer Research | Giving Tuesday
Raise $50 for ovarian cancer research with a simple post on social media! Giving Tuesday is a global day of charitable giving—and OCRA wants to hear from you! It’s one … Continued
Talking Representation and Resources with Elle Simone | Survivor Stories
I never say, ‘I have cancer,’ because it’s not mine. I’m dealing with it. Elle Simone In the same way that a complex dish is made up of distinct ingredients … Continued
Managing the Three C’s: Cancer, COVID, and Caregiving
Caregivers of those who have been diagnosed with ovarian cancer play a pivotal role in the emotional and physical support of their loved ones. Many times, caregivers must take on … Continued
Inspired Advice: What Helps You Stay Positive?
Those who have faced an ovarian or gynecologic cancer diagnosis have so much to offer to others going through a similar experience – be it support, tips or friendship. Inspired Advice is … Continued
Focusing on the Next Line of Defense Against Ovarian Cancer | Meet a Scientist
There is an 80% recurrence rate when it comes to ovarian cancer, so the question of ‘what next?’ takes on a huge importance. This is the question that Sarah Gitto, … Continued
OCRA Hosts Listening Session With FDA About COVID-19
OCRA Hosts Listening Session With FDA About COVID-19
In August, OCRA hosted a listening session with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to better understand the impact of Covid-19 on clinical trial participation. Watch the full FDA … Continued
The Overview: October 2020
It’s been an incredibly busy end of summer/beginning of fall here at OCRA with a double header of Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month and our Uniting for Hope Ovarian Cancer National Conference. We’ve … Continued
Making Government Work for People … Especially the Ovarian Cancer Community
US Representative Rosa DeLauro (D-CT) is the Chair and founder of the Congressional Ovarian Cancer Caucus. Established in 2015, the Caucus set out to raise awareness of ovarian cancer symptoms … Continued
A Look Back at Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month
What a whirlwind! You heard a lot from us this September, and we want to take just a moment to tell you how grateful we are for your support throughout … Continued
OCRA Heroes Boston Zumba Class
It’s time to work out and work toward ovarian cancer cures! Follow along as certified Zumba instructor and OCRA supporter Samantha Schreiber leads you through a high-energy, fun, and impactful … Continued
Celebrities Come Out in Support of OCRA
Some well-known people with deeply personal connections to ovarian cancer have echoed what we’ve been saying all September…this disease is a beast. And it doesn’t get talked about enough. Research … Continued