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New Ovarian Cancer PSA Features President Barack Obama’s Si...

New Ovarian Cancer PSA Features President Barack Obama’s Sister and Late Mother

September 16, 2015

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Lisa Mauti 443.846.2626 lmauti@ovariancancer.org New Ovarian Cancer PSA Features President Barack Obama’s Sister and Late Mother Dr. Maya Soetoro-Ng and the President Lost Their Mother to Ovarian Cancer WASHINGTON, DC – September 16, 2015 ─ Dr. Maya Soetoro-Ng, sister to President Barack Obama, shares the story of their mom Ann’s fight … Continued

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Third Party Spotlight: July 2015 Newsletter

Third Party Spotlight: July 2015 Newsletter

September 15, 2015

On June 19th, the Audacious Divas of Washington DC hosted their 2nd Annual Cooking for a Cure fundraiser for the Ovarian Cancer National Alliance. The Cooking for a Cure event is a BBQ at a DC yacht club where members purchase tickets. In addition to the dinner, a lively raffle is held with some awesome … Continued

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Third Party Spotlight: September 2015 Newsletter

Third Party Spotlight: September 2015 Newsletter

September 15, 2015

Erin Reed and her sisters Victoria and Moira have raised $112,300 over the last 15 years through the Ta’s Memorial Charity Golf Classic held each August in Mt. Airy, MD that benefits the Alliance. Erin and her sisters started the tournament 15 years ago in memory of their mother who they lost to ovarian cancer. … Continued

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#30DaysofTeal: Day 15

#30DaysofTeal: Day 15

September 15, 2015

Have you visited our Ovarian Cancer Community on Inspire? It just hit a new milestone this week with over 25,000 survivors and caregivers in the community! Inspire is a place where support, hope, love and community are found for both survivors and their caregivers.

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#30DaysofTeal: Day 14

#30DaysofTeal: Day 14

September 15, 2015

Our Partner Members support women with ovarian cancer, educate the public about this disease and help fund critical research. Use our locator to connect with the Partner Member nearest you!    

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#30DaysofTeal: Day 13

#30DaysofTeal: Day 13

September 15, 2015

Have you stopped by our Teal Partners page lately? Our teal product partners support the Alliance throughout the year by donating a portion of their sales to our mission. Show your appreciation for Bravelets, H20RS, Tristar products, Chemo on the Rocks and more by visiting their websites today and sharing them with your friends.

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#30DaysofTeal: Day 12

#30DaysofTeal: Day 12

September 15, 2015

Show the world that #tealislove. One mother is showing her love for her daughter Sarah who was diagnosed with ovarian cancer 5 years ago at the age of 28. Sarah is now in recurrence. Sarah’s mom created a page on Teal is Love because wants the world to know the signs and symptoms of ovarian … Continued

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#30DaysofTeal: Day 11

#30DaysofTeal: Day 11

September 15, 2015

Support the Alliance with Bravelets! Save 10% off in September using coupon code OCNA2015. $10 from every item sold is donated back to the Alliance.

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#30DaysofTeal: Day 9

#30DaysofTeal: Day 9

September 15, 2015

Clinical trials help pave the way for better treatments and diagnostic tests for ovarian cancer, but there are many myths about clinical trial participation out there. Get the facts and learn if a clinical trial might be a good option for you.  #30DaysofTeal

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#30DaysofTeal: Day 8

#30DaysofTeal: Day 8

September 15, 2015

Are you getting all the care you need as an ovarian cancer patient or survivor? Check out these care continuums defining the full range of services that women with or at risk of developing ovarian cancer need for their care. We’ve also developed a Survivorship Care Planning document which can help you chart the waters … Continued

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Q&A with OCRFA Grantee Kris Wood, PhD

Q&A with OCRFA Grantee Kris Wood, PhD

September 14, 2015

Q&A with Kris Wood, PhD Duke University 2015 Liz Tilberis Award   OCRFA: Tell me about yourself. Kris Wood: I grew up in Georgetown, KY, a rural town in the central part of the state. My family lived in a house on my grandfather’s farm, which was a wonderful place to grow up– I spent … Continued

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MEDIA ADVISORY: Where women live impacts health: New report...

MEDIA ADVISORY: Where women live impacts health: New report reveals unequal access to ovarian cancer care

September 14, 2015

MEDIA ADVISORY September 10, 2015 Contact: Lisa Mauti (lmauti@ovariancancer.org, 443-­845-­2626) MEDIA ADVISORY: Where women live impacts health: New report reveals unequal access to ovarian cancer care Ovarian Cancer National Alliance says state lawmakers can make changes that would improve care for the more than 21,000 women diagnosed each year WASHINGTON, D.C. — New findings reveal … Continued

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