Advocate’s Corner: February 2025
New administrations inevitably bring changes, both big and small. The top priority of OCRA’s Policy & Advocacy team remains the same—ensuring the voices of the ovarian and gynecologic cancer community … Continued
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Advocate’s Corner: January 2025
Happy New Year from OCRA’s Policy and Advocacy Team! As we step into a new year, we want to take a moment to thank you for your unwavering support and … Continued
Advocate’s Corner: December 2024
As we close out 2024, we at OCRA are reflecting on a year of powerful advocacy and immense gratitude. Your passion and commitment to raising awareness, driving policy change, and … Continued
Advocate’s Corner: November 2024
Closing out 2024 and Looking Ahead to 2025 As we approach the close of this year’s legislative calendar, the urgency surrounding the federal budget process cannot be overstated. If action … Continued
Advocate’s Corner: October 2024
We are weeks away from election day and there is still work to be done! With Congress in recess until after the election, there is a short window of time … Continued
Advocate’s Corner: September 2024
September is Ovarian & Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month, and despite some uncertainties on Capitol Hill in the leadup to the election, there is a lot going on at OCRA this … Continued
Advocate’s Corner: August 2024
Last month, we updated you on the U.S. House of Representatives’ progress on FY2025 appropriations bills, which mostly held good news for programs related to ovarian cancer funding. Those programs … Continued
Advocate’s Corner: July 2024
Last month, we updated you on recent reports indicating that the House Committee on Appropriations was considering significant cuts to health-related programs, sparking concerns that these potential cuts could impair … Continued
Advocate’s Corner: June 2024
June is Uterine Cancer Awareness Month and OCRA is dedicated to fighting on behalf of not only the ovarian cancer community but the entire gynecologic cancer community. Uterine cancer is … Continued
Advocate’s Corner: May 2024
The Ann Kolker Advocacy fellowship commemorates the legacy of Ann Kolker, a pioneering health policy advocate and a founder of Ovarian Cancer National Alliance, which later became Ovarian Cancer Research … Continued
Advocate’s Corner: April 2024
OCRA’s Advocate Leader committees gathered last week to strategize and mobilize for impactful change. Each committee aims to make strides in specific areas of focus. Our committees will continue to … Continued
Advocate’s Corner: March 2024
It was a busy and exciting month for OCRA’s policy team and advocates from all across the country. OCRA’s 2024 Spring Advocacy Day took place on March 20, during which … Continued