Facing the UnexpectedThis morning after breakfast I proceeded to wash out my coffee cup. Some can relate that this is not always a simple task. Today, the neuropathy in my hands, caused... By Ellen Reed3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What is Going on with My Taste Buds?You're done with chemo for the day. You're home, and the steroids are making you hungry. You go to the refrigerator to make a ham sandwich and take a bite... By Deborah Norris4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Don't Stop BelievingSomething I teach and will advocate until the end of time is this simple saying. Life is full of choices. Each of us hangs our hat on perceptions that confirm... By Ellen Reed3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
This or That: Ovarian Cancer ExperiencesThe shocking news of an ovarian cancer diagnosis can change life in an instant. It can be hard to know if your experiences are shared by others also living with... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Fight of Your LifeJust for a moment allow yourself to imagine a mother hen looking after her baby chicks. Keeping them close, providing warmth and security, she pecks at anything that represents a... By Ellen Reed3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Financial Toxicity of Cancer TreatmentCancer drugs are essential for people with cancer. These drugs can help some live longer without the cancer spreading. However, these drugs come with a high price tag. This can... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Advocate Spotlight: EllenAdvancedOvarianCancer.net shares the stories and experiences of people living with ovarian cancer. We are highlighting the story of our advocate Ellen who was diagnosed with advanced ovarian cancer in 2018... By Ellen Reed5 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
The 2024 Social Health Awards ProgramWe are very excited to announce the launch of the 2024 Social Health Awards program! The Social Health Awards is an awards program recognizing Health Leaders who make a difference... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Community Views: Initial Ovarian Cancer SymptomsPaying attention to your body and knowing what is normal can provide clues when something is wrong. However, ovarian cancer symptoms often mimic other conditions. This means it can be... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
New Cancer CaregiverThis article was originally published on AdvancedBreastCancer.net. Receiving news of a loved one’s cancer diagnosis can be daunting on its own. But if you find yourself in the position of... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
They Will Speak Your NameThis may seem odd, but every once in a while when the world is quiet around me, I stop what I'm doing; and easily become overwhelmed with sadness. Feelings and... By Ellen Reed3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Overcoming Menopause in My 30sMenopause was the furthest thing from my mind before cancer. I have minimal experience with women going through the "change." Everything that I knew about menopause centered around having hot... By ShaRhonda Wise2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Finding the Words to SayNo matter where you are in your health-illness journey you have so much to offer. You have carefully developed engaging qualities that keep people coming back to you over and... By Ellen Reed4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Community Views: Encouragement to Those Newly DiagnosedBeing newly diagnosed with ovarian cancer is no doubt an overwhelming and stressful time. Suddenly, your whole world is turned upside down as you take in the news and try... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Finding Your Way BackPsychologists and sociologists instruct us that human beings have a strong natural desire for acceptance and belonging. Albeit challenging, the personal work of teens during adolescence is to figure out... By Ellen Reed3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Eating Healthy Without Breaking the BankMany people living with cancer make dietary changes to help manage their symptoms or treatment side effects. Fueling your body the right way can greatly affect your overall health. Although... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What Is A Living Will?The word “will” can seem loaded when mentioned in casual conversation. It might seem morbid to talk about or even unnecessary for the average person to think about. However, there... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
A Family Affair: Engaging in Crucial ConversationsWhether realized or not, coping is a learned trait. Early in life, opinions, values, and beliefs are shared to prepare us for our future. During infancy, we learn rules and... By Ellen Reed2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Women's Health Month QuizWomen's Health Awareness Month is recognized every May. This year, we partnered with our sister sites AdvancedBreastCancer.net and Endometriosis.net to bring you a Women's Health Awareness Month Quiz. This is... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month 2022 Giveaway Terms and ConditionsOfficial Rules, Terms, and Conditions for the Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month 2022 Giveaway NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. A PURCHASE DOES NOT INCREASE YOUR CHANCES OF WINNING. VOID... By Editorial Team 10 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments