Every 23 minutes, a woman is diagnosed with ovarian cancer in the United States. We need your help in raising awareness of this disease, and in raising critical funds for lifesaving research. Join us in the ‘23 for Hope’ Challenge: do 23 minutes of fitness (whatever you choose!), pledge $23 in support, and then challenge … Continued
Dr. Dineo Khabele, Professor and Chair of the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis and member of OCRA’s Scientific Advisory Committee, spoke at our 2020 Ovarian Cancer National Conference about the racial disparities in ovarian cancer incidences and outcomes. While there are more documented cases of ovarian … Continued
Many women will feel ovarian pain in their lifetimes and it might understandably cause concern. Here is some information that can help explain what ovary pain feels like, what causes it, and what next steps you may want to take. What does ovarian pain feel like? Ovarian pain may be felt in the lower abdomen, below … Continued
Despite the challenges of fundraising during a global pandemic, your generous support allowed us to fund 16 top scientists at 14 esteemed medical centers across the globe. They will investigate important issues across the ovarian cancer landscape in this coming year. These grants enable the brightest minds in cancer research to tackle long-standing issues like … Continued
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 supporters in Washington, D.C., to advocate for issues important to the ovarian cancer community. It’s a rare opportunity to communicate directly with your Members of … Continued
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 a blog series that tackles specific topics – from what you wish you knew when first diagnosed to what you need most from a life partner – and shares … Continued
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 is what cures cancer. Dr. Westin spoke at our International Gynecologic Cancer Conference, sharing everything from what exactly a clinical trial is and how it … Continued
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 than ever before speaking up for the ovarian cancer community. With more than 120 individuals selected—including 53 returning participants—our Advocate Leader program has more than … Continued
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 high-grade serous ovarian cancer (HGSC). Biomarkers are unique biological indicators of an event, or the presence of a substance in the body. Biomarkers are useful … Continued
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, it is not uncommon for people to have questions about its safety and efficacy. And for those who are living with ovarian cancer, there are … Continued
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 a recurrence is often in the back (or the front) of a patient’s mind. Dr. Stephanie Wethington, gynecologic oncologist at Johns Hopkins Medicine, joined us … Continued
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 ovarian and endometrial cancer risk and oral contraceptive use has long been established; however, it was unclear how long after taking oral contraceptives a woman … Continued
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