Ovarian Cancer Awareness MonthSeptember is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. This month we are celebrating ovarian cancer awareness by sharing must-know information and highlighting community advocacy efforts. Myth: Pap smears screen for ovarian cancer... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
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 was a little blurry as I was still... By Ruth Ann Ornstein3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Why Hydration is Vital During Chemo DaysMy hope is that after reading this article I can convince you to drink more water while you're undergoing chemotherapy. If there is 1 thing that can make your chemo... By Julie Salazar3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
How to Talk to Children About Your Ovarian CancerDiscussing cancer with children can be a daunting task. It may be tempting to shield children from the overwhelming, even scary, situation. But the truth is that children often pick... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Advocate Spotlight: LeyaAdvancedOvarianCancer.net shares the stories and experiences of people living with ovarian cancer. We are highlighting the story of our advocate Leya who was first diagnosed at age 18 with stage... By Leya Elijah1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Genetic Testing: A Simple, Yet Complex ThingThe biggest question I receive, since I had both endometrial and ovarian cancer at the same time, is whether I have a BRCA gene mutation or Lynch Syndrome. The answer is... By Randalynn Vasel2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Introducing NOCC (National Ovarian Cancer Coalition)Being diagnosed with ovarian cancer during a pandemic was tricky with regard to finding online support. Many online groups filled up fast as all in-person meetings were canceled. I also... By Julie Salazar2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Advocate Spotlight: Ruth AnnAdvancedOvarianCancer.net shares the stories and experiences of people living with ovarian cancer. We are highlighting the story of our advocate Ruth Ann who was diagnosed with stage 2c BRCA1-positive ovarian... By Ruth Ann Ornstein5 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Chemotherapy and SexGoing through chemotherapy (chemo) is exhausting, emotionally and physically – there is no way around it. When you get started, you will likely have many questions about chemo. These might... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
When I Say "I'm Okay" But I Am NotWhen I was first diagnosed, one thing is for sure, I was not prepared for how often I would be asked how I was doing or feeling. Some people ask... By Leya Elijah3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
A Glimpse into Life with Ovarian CancerAn ovarian cancer diagnosis can change life in an instant leaving many feeling unsure about what comes next. From symptoms and diagnosis to treatment and side effects, results from our... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Advocate Spotlight: VickiAdvancedOvarianCancer.net shares the stories and experiences of people living with ovarian cancer. We are highlighting the story of our advocate Vicki who was diagnosed with ovarian cancer at 37 years... By Vicki Campana2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Chest Port DeetsThe little piece of material that lies just underneath the skin in your chest was very helpful to me during my chemo treatments. I didn’t even hesitate when my oncologist... By Julie Salazar2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
What Is Chemotherapy-Induced Neutropenia?Chemotherapy drugs aim to kill cancer cells in the body. They do this by targeting fast-growing cells and destroying them. Some fast-growing cells being killed are healthy cells that happen... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Advocate Spotlight: CatherineAdvancedOvarianCancer.net shares the stories and experiences of people living with ovarian cancer. We are highlighting the story of our advocate Catherine who was diagnosed with ovarian cancer at 22 years... By Catherine Saoud3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Navigating Steps After Your DiagnosisYou’re probably reading this because you’ve heard the words “you have cancer”...with ovarian included. Chances are, I felt something similar to what you did...why? Because on January 19th, 2017, I heard the... By Randalynn Vasel4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Cancer and Circadian Rhythms: The BasicsThis article was originally published on BladderCancer.net by TK Sellman. Much has been made of the circadian system and its characteristic rhythms since the Nobel Prize was awarded to 3... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Advocate Spotlight: RandalynnAdvancedOvarianCancer.net shares the stories and experiences of people living with ovarian cancer. We are highlighting the story of our advocate Randalynn who was diagnosed with ovarian cancer at the start... By Randalynn Vasel1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Ovarian Cancer and Cancer-Related FatigueFeeling tired while living with cancer and its treatment is not uncommon. In fact, there is specific fatigue that can occur in people living with cancer. This is called cancer-related... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
An Insight of Processing When Newly DiagnosedAfter receiving my diagnosis of ovarian cancer, it was so easy for me to get caught up in the how and why. I had to take a step back and... By ShaRhonda Wise2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments