All Insurance Is Not Created Equal: Finding What is Best for You!I used to think that all insurance plans were created equal. One size fits all. Just drop your card on the counter...reactionscomments
Life Rocked My World AgainI am an ovarian cancer survivor of almost 7 years. I have 2 fur babies with my husband Dan. I have countless...reactionscomments
When Cancer Knocks Twice!Looking back over my life, I never dreamed my life would take the turn it would take. I believe we all have...reactionscomments
PTSD and Cancer. It's Real.Cancer was traumatic for me. And it hit me 7 days after I rang the Victory Bell. I was a champ during the...reactionscomments
Ovarian Cancer, Confessions, and My Sister JoanneEditor's Note: This article was written by Gogs Gagnon in memory of his sister, Joanne. Gogs is living with prostate cancer and...reactionscomments
It's Your Future, Not TheirsSometimes in life, we have to choose between what we need and what makes others happy. Having a cancer diagnosis truly makes...reactionscomments
Long-Term Ovarian Cancer SurvivorshipIf you have ovarian cancer, you may have had surgery, chemotherapy, and/or radiation. Now, you may be wondering what the next steps...reactionscomments
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...reactionscomments
The Skinny About Blood Thinners During Active TreatmentI'm thankful for my blood clots. They presented themselves inside both lung cavities, and they are the reason why my ovarian cancer...reactionscomments
Tips for Starting (and Sticking to) an Exercise RoutineImproving your physical fitness has a host of benefits, regardless of whether you have cancer. Walking, swimming, biking, dancing, jogging, or skiing...reactionscomments
Teal Tips for Life Post-DiagnosisWelcome to the Teal Club! The moment you received your ovarian cancer diagnosis, you became a member! You now join the many...reactions1comment
To Wig or Not To Wig, That Is The QuestionThe protocol for my treatment was surgery then chemo. As I was recovering from surgery, I went with our Nurse Advocate. That day...reactions2comments
Support Groups and Their ImportanceI recently became an online support group facilitator for the NOCC (National Ovarian Cancer Coalition). When I was going through my cancer...reactionscomments
Survivor's Guilt - Angry TogetherDedication: This article is dedicated to my godfather. Thank you, John, for teaching me about love, compassion, and authenticity. I am one...reactionscomments
The Importance of Annual Gynecological Exams"Annual Exams Save Lives" has become one of my most-touted phrases since being diagnosed with advanced ovarian cancer in 2019. While many...reactions1comment
You Gotta Eat and You'll Need HelpBefore cancer, I took care of everyone in the caregiver sense. I ran a solo business and saw 25+ clients per week...reactions1comment
Sleepless NightsI’m not sure if I have ever been a great sleeper. But I haven’t experienced anything like this since I was in...reactionscomments
Why Ask For Help? No Need to Burden Anyone!Upon my initial diagnosis of ovarian cancer, my phone didn't stop ringing. Food, cards, and gifts kept appearing. People were always asking...reactions2comments
Unique is for Unicorn: When Cancer is RareUnique forms of cancer are what I categorize as "rare." When I was first diagnosed, the thought of it being rare hadn't...reactionscomments
Taking Care of Your ScarWhile ovarian cancer treatment can look different for every survivor, many patients undergo some sort of surgery. In my case, I had...reactionscomments
