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...reactionscomments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactionscomments
Women’s Health 101: Understanding the Basics with Dr. SheridanThis article was originally published on Endometriosis.net and written by Dr. Audrey Sheridan, who is a board-certified OBGYN. We’re celebrating Women’s Health...reactionscomments
Tips to Handle InsomniaI must say that people did their best to try to "prepare" me for all I had coming ahead of me on...reactionscomments
Celebrating 1 Year of AdvancedOvarianCancer.net!May marks the 1 year anniversary of AdvancedOvarianCancer.net! In celebration of 1 year full of meaningful conversations, insightful articles, and one amazing...reactionscomments
Women’s Health Awareness Month: Self-Care ChallengeHave you ever been on a plane and heard the stewardess say to put your own oxygen mask on first before helping...reactionscomments
Mental Health AwarenessMay is Mental Health Awareness Month. It is a good time to seek education, support, and provide resources for yourself and others...reactionscomments
When Life Gets REAL...Again!When I was first diagnosed with ovarian cancer, at age 18, life got real for me. And it got real, very quickly!...reactionscomments
Take the Health and Media Habits Survey!"The Media Habits Survey is now closed. Thank you for your interest!" Managing a chronic condition is not easy and can be...reactionscomments
Start Small: Adding Movement Back in To Your RoutineFor those of us who had an active lifestyle prior to being diagnosed with cancer, determining how we maintain some movement after...reactions3comments
Lynch Syndrome and Ovarian CancerGenetics can be an important part of someone’s health. Certain genetic syndromes are related to different cancers. One example is Lynch syndrome...reactionscomments
To Cold Cap, Wig or Commando?!?Losing your hair will be inevitable with the type of frontline drug the majority of women are given who have ovarian cancer. How...reactionscomments
Combating Cancer-Related FatigueThis article was originally published on BladderCancer.net and written by Alison Petok, MSW, LCSW, MPH. Sometimes when our lives are so busy...reactionscomments
Why Bedside Manner MattersI won the lottery when it came to my lead oncologist. She’s not only literally my lifesaver, but she’s my friend and...reactionscomments
Chest Port DeetsThe little piece of material that lies just underneath the skin in your chest was very helpful to me during my chemo...reactions4comments
Don't Be Afraid to Ask for HelpDuring a cancer diagnosis and treatment, there will be times where you know you need help. There will also be times where...reactions1comment
What NOT to Say to an Ovarian Cancer SurvivorI never anticipated being a cancer survivor. But once I was dealt these cards, I decided that I wanted to be a...reactions1comment
What Are PARP Inhibitors and How Are They Used for Ovarian Cancer?Drugs known as PARP inhibitors are a form of targeted therapy to treat cancer. They are mainly used to treat ovarian, fallopian...reactionscomments
Glossary of Terms for Advance Care PlanningPerhaps you are thinking about a time when you may not be able to make decisions about your own health care. You...reactionscomments
