A Statement from OCRA
If there’s one thing that working toward an end to ovarian cancer has taught us, it’s that life is precious. We value the life of every person in our ovarian … Continued
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Survey: Navigating Treatment in the Time of Covid-19
Covid-19 has disrupted nearly every aspect of life as we know it, and navigating a diagnosis and treatment for ovarian cancer – already a game changer – has been impacted … Continued
When a Virus is a Good Thing | Meet a Scientist
Scared. Overwhelmed. Exhausted. Befuddled. These are common words one might use to describe how we feel during this unprecedented time in history. But Dmitriy Zamarin, MD, PhD, adds “fascinated” to … Continued
Reflections from the Frontline | OCRA Scientists on Covid-19
We reached out to our grantees and Scientific Advisory Committee, many of whom are on the frontlines – working in hospitals, meeting with patients, seeing firsthand the impact of Covid-19. … Continued
Update on OCRA’s 2020 Ovarian Cancer National Conference
(May 4, 2020) Many of you in our strong community have inquired about plans for our 2020 National Conference, originally scheduled for July 10-12 in Washington DC. The past two … Continued
We Need Your Support! #GivingTuesdayNow is May 5th
Nonprofits all over the world are hurting because of COVID-19. While people everywhere are feeling the uncertainty and struggle surrounding this global crisis, we also know that the needs of … Continued
Survivors Teaching Students Crosses the Digital Divide for Medical Students
Last year, nearly 13,000 medical and nursing students gained a better understanding of ovarian cancer—an understanding they’ll carry with them as they begin seeing patients of their own—by hearing the … Continued
When Fundraising Events Go Virtual
This last Sunday, April 19th, kicked off what had been shaping up to be a promising season of Ovarian Cycle events taking place all over the country. These events … Continued
Surviving, Thriving, Striving to Make an Impact | OCRA Heroes
In the “days BC (before cancer)”, Jess BeCraft was a self-proclaimed DINK (dual income, no kids). A career-driven, world-traveling, Chicago-loving woman, Jess and her husband decided a little over three … Continued
Action Alert: Help Push Forward Treatments in the Time of COVID-19
The novel coronavirus pandemic has impacted the healthcare system on every level. Right now, OCRA is working alongside several cancer advocacy groups to ensure government agencies are aware of COVID-19’s … Continued
COVID-19 and Oncology Clinical Trials: An Update
(April 15) The novel coronavirus, COVID-19, has become nearly all consuming. It’s impossible to turn on the news, browse social media, or walk outside without being reminded of the new, … Continued
Working for the Next Generation | Meet a Scientist
There are many adjectives one can use to describe ovarian cancer: relentless, cruel, a monster. But Dr. Sunila Pradeep also finds it ironic. “Women spend a lot of time and … Continued