How to Cope With Cancer
A cancer diagnosis of any type can stress both body and mind, but ovarian cancer takes a particularly high psychological toll on those living with the disease, according to recent research. … Continued
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FDA Approves Drug to Identify Ovarian Cancer Lesions During Surgery
In what could prove to be a game-changer for ovarian cancer debulking procedures, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Cytalux (pafolacianine), an imaging drug designed to help … Continued
Bojana Stefanovska, PhD | Meet a Scientist
Dr. Bojana Stefanovska, at University of Minnesota Twin Cities, is a 2021 recipient of OCRA’s Ann and Sol Schreiber Mentored Investigator Award. Her project, “APOBEC3B and DNA Repair as Synthetic … Continued
Ascites and Ovarian Cancer
More than one-third of women with ovarian cancer develop ascites (pronounced uh٠SAI٠teez), an accumulation of fluid in the abdomen. Ascites, which also occurs in people with liver disease and occasionally … Continued
A Thanksgiving Message from Audra Moran, President & CEO
Dear Friends, I hope this finds you all well, staying safe, and enjoying preparations for a lovely holiday. Whether you’re gathering with loved ones or holding them in your heart as … Continued
Working Out to Work Towards a Cure | Heroes Highlights
In this time of giving thanks, we want to take a moment to look back and express our gratitude for the OCRA Heroes who stepped up for September’s Ovarian Cancer … Continued
The Overview: November 2021
As we head into the Thanksgiving holiday, we have much to be thankful for … an embracing and strong survivor community, supporters who remain ever committed to the cause, and … Continued
Action Alert: Urge Your Elected Officials to Co-Sponsor the DIVERSE Trials Act
Clinical trials are fundamental to the discovery of new and better therapies in the fight against ovarian cancer. Yet enrollment and widespread availability remain a challenge. To address both financial … Continued
Going to Great Lengths to Support the Cause and Strengthen a Marriage | Survivor Stories
Shelley O’Keefe had been experiencing weird bruising, some fatigue, and lower back pain for a few years. But she’s an athlete — a member of the PGA of America and golf … Continued
OCRA-Funded Study Points to New Approach to Improve Ovarian Cancer Treatment
The following is a press release from University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, UPMC Hillman Cancer Center, and Magee-Womens Research Institute PITTSBURGH, Nov. 12, 2021 – Immune checkpoint inhibitors are a … Continued
Exercise and Ovarian Cancer
Physical activity has been touted as important for a whole host of reasons, from bone health to mental health and everything in between. But what are the benefits of exercise … Continued
Müllerian Clear Cell Carcinoma | April’s #RareAware Story
April lives in Federal Way, Washington, and was diagnosed with Müllerian clear cell carcinoma. What has been your frustration in having a rare form of ovarian cancer? My biggest frustration … Continued