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
Harper’s Bazaar has published a powerful new piece by Chris Tilberis, who serves on OCRA’s Board of Directors, reflecting on his mother Liz Tilberis’ remarkable career as the former editor-in-chief of Harper’s Bazaar, president of OCRA and her legacy in the fight against ovarian cancer. “I think she felt that talking about things—even very difficult … Continued
As Ovarian and Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month begins, Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance (OCRA) is proud to highlight a series of initiatives aimed at expanding access and promoting equity in ovarian and all gynecologic cancer care. This year’s efforts include the launch of targeted research grants to address health inequities, a new “Find a Doctor” tool to … Continued
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
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
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
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
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 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
Media outlets including Los Angeles Times, The Hollywood Reporter, Yahoo! Life, and more, have covered the news of Amazon MGM Studios’ Debra Birnbaum joining the Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance (OCRA) Board of Directors. The coverage highlights her extensive background in media and her personal connection to ovarian cancer, and underscores the significant contributions Birnbaum is … Continued
New York, NY – June 10, 2024 – Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance (OCRA), the world’s largest organization dedicated to advancing research into ovarian and related gynecologic cancers and supporting patients, 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 … Continued
News Story Shows How OCRA’s Survivors Teaching Students Program Teaches Medical Students the Human Side of Ovarian Cancer Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance’s healthcare education program was featured by News 12 Brooklyn for teaching SUNY Downstate Medical School students things they won’t learn in a textbook. “The textbook can only do so much. It can tell you statistics, it … Continued
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