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Powered by impact: Panel discussion
Hear from community champions about how this important cause affects their lives and how they are giving back.
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Powered by impact
Learn about the impact made possible by your donations and fundraising in support of Ovarian Cancer Canada.
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The power of genetics
Learning about your genetic makeup can help your healthcare team target treatment, or even help save the lives of those you love.
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Scientific progress against ovarian cancer
Dr. Stéphanie Lheureux, Clinician Investigator, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre; Dr. Claude Perreault, Principal Investigator, Immunobiology Research Unit, IRIC, Université de Montréal; Dr. Barbara Vanderhyden, Corinne Boyer Chair in Ovarian Cancer Research, University of Ottawa In its third of five years, Ovarian Cancer Canada’s OvCAN initiative is seeing initial results. Hear about scientific models being finalized, new drugs being tested, and clinical trials getting underway. This, as Ovarian Cancer Canada continues to build scientific capacity by expanding tissue banks, providing grants and awards for young scientists, and continuing strategic partnerships. Hope is on the horizon.
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An account of ovarian cancer in Canada
Nearly 600 Canadians diagnosed with ovarian cancer shared their lived experiences in a comprehensive study focused on the impact of this disease.
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Living with resilience in the face of uncertainty
This presentation provides insights into coping with a diagnosis and finding a path to awareness and opportunities for growth.
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An introduction to mindfulness
The practice of mindfulness and related tools can be used to support many aspects of the ovarian cancer journey. This session will introduce you to the principles of mindfulness as well as the benefits, which can include stress reduction, self-awareness and improved wellbeing. You’ll also learn about practices you can bring into your everyday life.
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Time to laugh
Following her ovarian cancer diagnosis, Karen was determined to turn her pain into punchlines. Having toured nationally for over 25 years, she’s inspired to share her humour and positive outlook with others far and wide.
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Healthy eating for Teal Sisters
Find out about healthier eating practices and learn how to manage some of the side effects of cancer and cancer treatments.
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Meet the next generation of ovarian cancer researchers
From labs and hospitals across the country, young scientists who are working towards careers in ovarian cancer research discuss the promise they see ahead and why they are passionate about the study of ovarian cancer.