What do the fur patterns of tigers have to do with advances in ovarian cancer treatment? Juan Cubillos-Ruiz, PhD, an OCRA grantee, grew up on a farm near Bogota, Colombia. He spent his younger years looking at the world around him, questioning everything. Why was corn white, yellow or purple? Why did foods vary in … Continued
“Be present and embrace the suck.” This is Andrew Simone’s personal mantra. It’s what got him through a nearly 2000-mile, 47-day bike ride from Vancouver, British Columbia to Tijuana, Mexico in 2018. And a “short loop” (500 miles) around the Olympic National Forest in Washington State in 2019. It’s what will get him through a … Continued
Are you an ovarian cancer survivor, patient, or caregiver? Don’t miss YOUR chance to learn what’s new in ovarian cancer treatments and research, and to meet others in the ovarian cancer community. Early Bird Registration is open! OCRA’s Ovarian Cancer National Conference® brings together people from across the country for a weekend of informative presentations, … Continued
(December 19, 2019) A cancer diagnosis can bring with it a bevy of complicated responses, including fear, anger, and even guilt. No one should have to navigate these tricky waters alone. Every day, OCRA’s Woman to Woman peer support programs across the country help hundreds of women diagnosed with gynecologic cancer receive the emotional support … Continued
It’s the season of giving, and all over the nation, OCRA Heroes are coming together to fundraise for ovarian cancer research. And they are extraordinary! I’m writing today to tell you about one of our most dedicated, vocal OCRA Heroes, Mai Linh Nguyen Achong. Mai Linh was diagnosed with ovarian cancer in 2008, when she … Continued
Friends, The day before Thanksgiving is a busy one for me, and I imagine, for you too. But before I turn my attention to holiday prep, I wanted to sit down and write this email to you, and everyone who supports OCRA. THANK YOU. It’s hard to overstate the deep gratitude I feel when I … Continued
(October 28, 2019) Newk’s Cares, the ovarian cancer awareness movement and national campaign founded by fast-casual restaurant Newk’s Eatery, has reached monumental heights! Celebrating its sixth year, Newk’s Cares raised more than $400,000 in September—their largest total to date to support OCRA—and has now surpassed $1.4M raised for ovarian cancer research! Newk’s Cares honors the … Continued
It’s important for everyone to know the symptoms and risk factors for ovarian cancer. If you or someone you know are experiencing any of the symptoms listed below, take notice and take it seriously—and also know that their presence does not automatically indicate ovarian cancer. Take our ovarian cancer quiz: Want to deepen your understanding … Continued
Every September, we come together to shine a spotlight on ovarian cancer, spread awareness, and raise critical funds for research and patient support. How you can help during Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month: Give to ovarian cancer research and support Your support has a direct impact in funding new research and programs that support survivors and … Continued
(August 21, 2019) Every 23 minutes, another woman in the U.S. hears the words “You have ovarian cancer” for the first time. Because ovarian cancer symptoms can be subtle and attributed to other factors, diagnosis often comes as a surprise. And along with it comes a host of overwhelming information, decisions to be made, and … Continued
(March 1, 2019) OCRA mourns the loss of our beloved board member and friend, Lori Newcomb. We are profoundly grateful for her vision and dedication in creating Newk’s Cares along with her loving husband, Chris, to support ovarian cancer research through their family business, Newk’s Eatery. Her unwavering and selfless commitment to help other women … Continued
(February 28, 2019) Toni Harris, 22, is shaking up the world of college football, and making history as the first female to earn a scholarship to play at a 4-year university. And she’s not only paving the way for future generations of women to follow their dreams in the sport – she’s also inspiring ovarian … Continued
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