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
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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
Ovarian Cancer Resources & Support
OCRA is committed to offering patients, caregivers and friends the most up to date information about ovarian cancer, helpful resources, and options for support. Below are some helpful links, and … Continued
A Letter from our President | Update on our Mission and Programs During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Friends, I hope this finds you well, or as well as can be expected during this challenging time. My wish for all of you is that you are feeling safe, … Continued
Staying Connected Throughout COVID-19
As we remain steadfast in our long-range mission of being the voice for the ovarian cancer community and funding life-saving research, we also want to acknowledge the moment we are … Continued
Blazing New Trails | Meet a Scientist
She has swum in the Amazon, gone ice fishing in the Arctic, traveled the Galapagos, and hang-glided in New Zealand. But the biggest trail Dr. Beth Karlan has blazed throughout … Continued