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The Overview: September 2024

The Overview: September 2024

The Clearity Foundation Joins The OCRA Family A Special Message from OCRA’s President & CEO Dear OCRA Community, Earlier this week, we shared some exciting news as we close out Ovarian Cancer and Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month. OCRA is joining forces with The Clearity Foundation, further strengthening our commitment to supporting the ovarian and entire … Continued

Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance Joins with The Clearity Foundation, Strengthening Support for the Ovarian Cancer Community

Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance Joins with The Clearity Foundation, Strengthening Support for the Ovarian Cancer Community

OCRA to Expand Its Patient Support by Integrating Clearity’s Pioneering Programs. NEW YORK, NY, September 24, 2024 – Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance (OCRA), the world’s largest ovarian cancer nonprofit, is proud to announce that The Clearity Foundation will combine with OCRA, effective January 1, 2025. This important development brings together two of the most respected organizations in the ovarian cancer field, combining OCRA’s leading … Continued

Yahoo! Life Highlights OCRA’s Ovarian Cancer Survivors and Supporters Cycling for Research

Yahoo! Life Highlights OCRA’s Ovarian Cancer Survivors and Supporters Cycling for Research

A new piece published September 6, 2024, on Yahoo! News, is highlighting the impact of Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance’s annual Ovarian Cycle Tampa event. “Ovarian cancer survivors and supporters Cycle for the Cause”spotlights the efforts of participants and event organizers, and features on-site reporting from WFTS-TV ABC Action News Tampa Bay. Read the full piece … Continued

OCRA’s Ovarian Cycle Tampa Fundraiser Recognized by ABC Action News Tampa

OCRA’s Ovarian Cycle Tampa Fundraiser Recognized by ABC Action News Tampa

OCRA’s Ovarian Cycle Tampa marked its 12th year of raising funds and awareness for ovarian cancer research this past weekend, as reported by WFTS-TV ABC Action News Tampa Bay’s Robert Boyd. The event took place on September 7th, with an indoor cycling ride at Union Three.  “It’s gratifying to me that other people who have … Continued

The Overview: August 2024

The Overview: August 2024

Help OCRA Make an Impact for Ovarian Cancer and Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month September is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month and Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month. As the largest non-profit in the world combating ovarian and gynecologic cancers, OCRA is committing to raise $300,000 this September to accelerate progress in research, advocate for our community, and continue … Continued

The Overview: July 2024

The Overview: July 2024

Fortune Magazine Shares OCRA’s Lifesaving Ovarian Cancer Prevention Message In light of Chris Evert’s ovarian cancer diagnosis, OCRA’s Chief Program Officer, Sarah DeFeo, and OCRA’s Scientific Advisory Committee member Dr. Gillian Hanley, spoke with Fortune Magazine about why knowing one’s risk and taking preventative action, such as fallopian tube removal at the time of planned … Continued

Variety Reports on Debra Birnbaum’s Appointment to OCRA Board of Directors

Variety Reports on Debra Birnbaum’s Appointment to OCRA Board of Directors

In an article titled “Amazon MGM Studios’ Debra Birnbaum Joins Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance Board,” Variety editor William Earl writes about MGM Studios’ Debra Birnbaum’s appointment to Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance’s board of directors. An ovarian cancer survivor, Debra Birnbaum talks about what inspired her to join OCRA, and what she hopes to accomplish for … Continued

OCRA’s Sarah DeFeo Speaks with Fortune Magazine on Preventative Action

OCRA’s Sarah DeFeo Speaks with Fortune Magazine on Preventative Action

In light of Chris Evert’s ovarian cancer diagnosis, OCRA’s Chief Program Officer, Sarah DeFeo, spoke with Fortune Magazine about why knowing risk and taking preventative action can save lives, and about OCRA’s free genetic testing kit program for those at increased risk. Read the article, “With ovarian cancer, there’s no such thing as early detection. … Continued

The Overview: June 2024

The Overview: June 2024

Amazon MGM Studios’ Debra Birnbaum, Media Visionary & Ovarian Cancer Survivor, Joins OCRA Board of Directors Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance is proud to announce that Debra Birnbaum has joined its Board of Directors. Birnbaum is an  accomplished multi-platform content creator and media strategist with over 20 years of experience covering news and entertainment, and the current global … Continued

OCRA’s 2024 Grantees: Early Career Investigator Grants

OCRA’s 2024 Grantees: Early Career Investigator Grants

OCRA’s 2024 Early Career Investigator Grants are awarded to 8 outstanding young researchers with a strong commitment to ending ovarian and related gynecologic cancers. These grants fund innovative projects, and support the next generation of scientists dedicated to curing ovarian cancer. “By supporting these early career investigators, we’re fostering innovative approaches and fresh perspectives into … Continued

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