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Celebrating Love, Resilience and Creativity in the Face of Cancer

Celebrating Love, Resilience and Creativity in the Face of Cancer

Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance brought together nearly 60 individuals impacted by a gynecologic cancer to participate in special programming earlier this season focused on the documentary “American Symphony,” which explores how the immense love and creative talents of an award-winning artistic couple have helped them cope with cancer’s impact on their lives and relationship. “American … Continued

Making a Difference One Dress at a Time | OCRA Heroes

Making a Difference One Dress at a Time | OCRA Heroes

Many brides count their wedding day as one of the most momentous occasions in their life. And now they have a way to make this milestone even more meaningful long after they have exchanged vows – all thanks to a team of OCRA Heroes who have raised funds for Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance by reselling … Continued

The Overview: December 2023

The Overview: December 2023

We took meaningful steps in the fight against ovarian and related gynecologic cancers this year, and we couldn’t have done it without your support. Join me for a look at this year’s most important updates, and please stand with us alongside patients, survivors and loved ones, with hope and commitment to a future without ovarian … Continued

The Overview: November 2023

The Overview: November 2023

OCRA’s Fall Advocacy Day Drives Change A sea of teal washed over the Capitol when more than 70 advocates from 30 states met with over 120 Congressional offices to push for legislative initiatives, including Medicare coverage of life-saving tools such as genetic testing, during OCRA’s 2023 Fall Advocacy Day.  “Advocacy Day is so important to … Continued

OCRA’s Sarah DeFeo Receives Andrew Godwin Award for Excellence in Community Outreach

OCRA’s Sarah DeFeo Receives Andrew Godwin Award for Excellence in Community Outreach

We are pleased to announce that OCRA’s Chief Program Officer, Sarah DeFeo, has been awarded the inaugural Andrew Godwin Award for Excellence in Community Outreach.  Presented by Ovarian Cancer Midwest Focus (OCMF) at University of Minnesota Medical School, the award recognizes DeFeo as an outstanding member in the gynecologic cancer community for her work leading … Continued

A New Generation Finds Purpose in Fundraising to Fight Ovarian Cancer

A New Generation Finds Purpose in Fundraising to Fight Ovarian Cancer

Madeleine and Emma Jean may be young, at ages eight and nine, respectively, but they are already focused on how to help create a future in which no families are impacted by ovarian cancer. These two OCRA Heroes have never met but they have a shared motivation for their efforts — losing their namesakes to … Continued

The Overview: October 2023

The Overview: October 2023

OCRA’s National Conference begins November 1st Join us virtually from November 1st – 3rd for three days of information, community and resources. Attendees will learn the latest updates in research, treatment and care, straight from the experts — in language you don’t have to be a doctor to understand. New this year, our experts will … Continued

OCRA’s Virtual Support Participants Find Real-Life Connection & Community

OCRA’s Virtual Support Participants Find Real-Life Connection & Community

Participants in OCRA’s virtual support programs came together for a face-to-face meetup in Chicago this weekend, deepening community connections and highlighting the importance of support programs for those with shared experience in facing gynecologic cancer — no matter how far apart they may live. Co-hosted by OCRA’s Vice President of Support & Education, Tracy Moore, … Continued

OCRA’s Ovarian Cycle Tampa Receives Recognition, Raises Funds and Awareness

OCRA’s Ovarian Cycle Tampa Receives Recognition, Raises Funds and Awareness

OCRA’s Ovarian Cycle Tampa event was in the news this week, shining a well-deserved light on the event’s riders and organizers, and what inspires them to participate in OCRA’s signature fundraising event. The fitness and fundraising event took place on September 30th at CycleBar in Tampa, on the final day of Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. … Continued

The Overview: September 2023

The Overview: September 2023

OCRA Announces Game-Changing Initiatives This month, OCRA announced a trio of initiatives that carry profound implications for ovarian cancer and related research and patient support: OCRA will expand its mission to include related gynecologic cancers, will create the first comprehensive ovarian and endometrial cancer registry, and will initiate a groundbreaking international data commons. Audra Moran, President and CEO of … Continued

The Overview: August 2023

The Overview: August 2023

Special Registration for National Conference Ends Thursday, August 31st OCRA’s Ovarian Cancer National Conference returns virtually on November 1st – 3rd with important updates on research, care, and resources from top experts in the field. Topics will include new treatment developments, symptom management, caregiver concerns, and more, with interactive sessions and opportunities to connect. Regular $75 registration begins … Continued

Jill McGill Brings Ovarian Cancer Cause to U.S. Senior Women’s Open

Jill McGill Brings Ovarian Cancer Cause to U.S. Senior Women’s Open

Jill McGill, professional golfer and champion of the 2022 U.S. Senior Women’s Open, spoke to reporters at this year’s tournament about her personal connection to the ovarian cancer cause. “When you have people that close to you, it really makes you want to make a difference, not only in their lives, but in the future … Continued

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