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Learn about new initiatives underway to overcome ovarian cancer, and meet people who are committed to making a difference.
Activities for Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month kicked off with Wear Teal Day as people everywhere showed their true colours in solidarity with those who have been affected by ovarian cancer. On social media, dozens of photos featured teal outfits, shoes, and manicures.
September is ovarian cancer awareness month. For those who have been affected by the disease, it’s a time to raise the teal flag so that people everywhere know more about ovarian cancer. From time-honoured traditions, like the Ovarian Cancer Canada Walk of Hope, to a new initiative spurring government to invest in research; next month offers you plenty of opportunities to make a difference.
“I was about to marry the love of my life, and I couldn’t wait to be a mom. Having one of my ovaries removed wasn’t part of the plan.”
News of an ovarian cancer recurrence is often met with shock and disbelief. These strong emotions can give way to a flood of questions about life, health, and survival.
This year’s Peggy Truscott Award of Hope recognizes two sisters. Wendy Sutherland and Joanne Gasper became involved with Ovarian Cancer Canada when Wendy’s best friend Debbie was diagnosed.
Shortly after World Ovarian Cancer Day, the Conexus Centre for the Arts in Regina, Saskatchewan was decked out in teal. Inside, The Ladyballs Show and Tell: An Evening of the Arts was in full swing.
Two class action lawsuits point to a possible link between use of talcum powder with an increased risk for ovarian cancer, but what does science tell us?
Each year, as part of the LOVE HER gala in Vancouver, the Virginia Greene Award recognizes an individual whose outstanding contribution has led to the advancement of knowledge and research pertaining to ovarian cancer.
On the heels of National Volunteer Week, nominations for the Peggy Truscott Award of Hope are now open. Named after the very woman who founded what is now the largest and most powerful event in Canada dedicated to raising awareness and funds for overcoming ovarian cancer, this special honour celebrates and acknowledges the dedication of an individual or group who volunteers to support the mission of Ovarian Cancer Canada.
Seeing to much more than hemlines at Fashion Week, leading Canadian designer David Dixon used his highly anticipated show to bring awareness to the role of BRCA gene mutations in ovarian cancer.