Register Today for Virtual Spring Advocacy Day!
If you’ve ever wanted to join us for Spring Advocacy Day, but couldn’t make it to Capitol Hill, now is your chance! Every spring, we bring together survivors, caregivers and … Continued
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Inspired Advice: How Do You Discuss Your Diagnosis with Your Children and/or Grandchildren?
Those who have faced an ovarian or gynecologic cancer diagnosis have so much to offer to others going through a similar experience – be it support, tips or friendship. “Inspired Advice” is … Continued
Clinical Trials 101: Everything You Wanted to Know, But Didn’t Know Who to Ask
Dr. Shannon Westin–Associate Professor in the Department of Gynecologic Oncology and Reproductive Medicine at UT MD Anderson Cancer Center, and Director of Early Drug Development/Phase I Trials–has a motto: Research … Continued
A New Year, and More Advocate Leaders Than Ever Before
Registration closes on December 17, 2021. Together, we made great strides in 2020 on Capitol Hill, and we are excited to announce that we now have more OCRA Advocate Leaders … Continued
OCRA-Funded Research Provides a New Understanding of Ovarian Cancer Biology
OCRA-funded researcher Anil K. Sood, M.D., lead and senior author, and Sanghoon Lee, Ph.D., first author, both at MD Anderson Cancer Center, along with colleagues, identified potential biomarkers in subgroups of … Continued
The COVID-19 Vaccine and Ovarian Cancer: Resources and Information
The rollout of COVID-19 vaccines in the United States has many feeling hopeful about the possibility of gaining some protection against the virus. But as with any new medical advancement, … Continued
Managing Ovarian Cancer Recurrence
Once a person has been treated for ovarian cancer, and all traces of the disease have been removed, there is rightful cause for celebration and relief. Still, the possibility of … Continued
Oral Contraceptives Tied to Lower Long-Term Ovarian Cancer Risk
A recent study, published in Cancer Research and reported in The New York Times, suggests that risk-reduction associated with oral contraceptive use can last a lifetime. The link between lower … Continued
Inspired Advice: What Improves Your Mood?
Those who have faced an ovarian or gynecologic cancer diagnosis have so much to offer to others going through a similar experience – be it support, tips or friendship. Inspired Advice is … Continued
Inspired Advice: What is the Most Helpful Advice You Were Given While Going Through Treatment?
Those who have faced an ovarian or gynecologic cancer diagnosis have so much to offer to others going through a similar experience – be it support, tips or friendship. Inspired Advice is … Continued
At Your Own Pace, In Your Own Space: How to Be a Hero in a Pandemic
“I don’t think of myself as a hero,” said Amy Hollub, ovarian cancer survivor who—along with the help of her family, close friends, and an advisory board—spearheaded a fundraising event … Continued
OCRA-Funded Research Discoveries in 2020
OCRA-Funded Research Discoveries in 2020
It’s hard to believe 2020 is almost over, and what a year it’s been. Despite the challenges wrought by the pandemic, we’re grateful to report that thanks to your support, OCRA grantees made great strides … Continued