New York, NY, September 26, 2023 — As Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month draws to a close, Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance (OCRA) is announcing a trio of initiatives that carry profound implications for ovarian … Continued
Snap Summary: Research co-funded by OCRA found that foregoing genetic counseling before and after genetic testing does not negatively impact individuals who do not have a pathogenic mutation. Studies have … Continued
Snap Summary: An OCRA-funded study sought to understand why certain ovarian cancer cells resist olaparib treatment, and discovered that introducing a second drug (mifepristone) while targeting certain cells (polyploid giant … Continued
OCRA is pleased to announce we have once again earned a 4-star rating from Charity Navigator, America’s largest independent charity evaluator. We’re proud to receive the highest possible rating from Charity … Continued
OCRA’s important message urging genetic testing and consideration of prophylactic action to reduce risk of ovarian cancer has received a significant boost from various media outlets, including Yahoo! Finance and … Continued
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 … Continued
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 … Continued
As we gear up for Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, we are turning our attention to two OCRA Heroes who are harnessing the power of everyday technology to garner support for … Continued
A recent article from Stat News reports that as the United States continues to face a concerning shortage of vital chemotherapy drugs, ovarian cancer patients are among the hardest hit. … Continued
Dr. Benjamin Bitler of the University of Colorado is a 2022 recipient of OCRA’s Collaborative Research Development Grant. His OCRA-funded project, which is expanding on findings from the Ovarian Cancer Research … Continued
In a profile with Westfair Business Journal, OCRA’s President & CEO Audra Moran speaks about her background, the direction of ovarian cancer research and prevention, and how OCRA’s programs are … Continued
September is the official month for Ovarian Cancer Awareness. Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month is our time to spread the word about risk and prevention, rally for more scientific research, and … Continued
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