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In Diagnosis and Treatment, Survivorship and Advocacy

Breaking the Silence on Inherited Risk: Christine’s Ovarian Cancer Story

Breaking the Silence on Inherited Risk: Christine’s Ovarian Cancer Story.
Every family has stories that are shared across generations. But sometimes, the stories that go unspoken can be just as important. Christine Normando’s BRCA1 ovarian cancer story shows why conversations about family health history, genetic risk, and personal health matter. Years before her ovarian cancer diagnosis, Christine knew she carried a BRCA1 mutation. What she did not fully understand was…
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In Diagnosis and Treatment, Survivorship and Advocacy

Inherited Ovarian Cancer Risk: Breaking the Silence on Family History and Prevention

Silent inheritance campaign cover art.
At the National Ovarian Cancer Coalition (NOCC), we often hear the same story. Symptoms that were easy to dismiss. Questions that went unanswered. Family histories that were never fully discussed. Ovarian cancer is often described as a disease that moves quietly. It develops in places we cannot see, spreads in ways we cannot feel, and too often goes undetected until…
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In Diagnosis and Treatment, Lifestyle and Wellness

Nutrition During Ovarian Cancer Treatment: What to Eat When Nothing Sounds Good

Nutrition during ovarian cancer resource from the National Ovarian Cancer Coalition for patients and caregivers
Nutrition during ovarian cancer treatment can feel confusing, frustrating, and emotionally heavy. Many people begin treatment determined to eat “the right way,” only to discover that their body responds very differently to food than before. Taste changes, nausea, fatigue, and digestive side effects can make even simple meals feel overwhelming. In this Teal Talk episode, we sit down with Catherine…
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In Diagnosis and Treatment

Gastrointestinal Side Effects During Ovarian Cancer Treatment: What You Should Know

Title graphic reading “GI Side Effects During Ovarian Cancer Treatment: What You Should Know” with the National Ovarian Cancer Coalition logo.
Gastrointestinal symptoms are some of the most common and challenging aspects of gastrointestinal side effects during ovarian cancer treatment. From nausea and changes in appetite to bowel discomfort, these symptoms can affect daily life and emotional well-being. In this Teal Talk episode, we hear from oncology nurse clinician and NOCC Board Member Tiffani Mickens, who breaks down why these effects…
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In Diagnosis and Treatment

Breakthroughs in Ovarian Cancer Treatment & Clinical Trials

Graphic title reading “Breakthroughs in Ovarian Cancer Treatment and Clinical Trials” from the National Ovarian Cancer Coalition.
The landscape of ovarian cancer treatment is changing faster than ever. In this Teal Talk episode, we speak with Dr. Michael Birrer, director of the UAMS Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute, about some of the most promising emerging treatments for ovarian cancer. From precision medicine and genetic testing to PARP inhibitors, antibody drug conjugates, and new clinical trial designs, survivors…
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In Diagnosis and Treatment

Behind the Science: How Blood Tests Could Transform Ovarian Cancer Detection

Imagine a future where a simple blood test could detect ovarian cancer before symptoms even begin. That’s the promise of liquid biopsy—a rapidly emerging area of research offering new hope for earlier detection and more individualized treatment. In this Teal Talk episode, we sit down with Dr. Hardesty of Alaska Women’s Cancer Care and member of NOCC’s Medical and Scientific…
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In Diagnosis and Treatment, Survivorship and Advocacy

Biomarker Testing for Ovarian Cancer: Survivor Stories

DNA strand overlay with a woman in the background representing biomarker testing for ovarian cancer.
Ovarian cancer treatment has advanced significantly, with biomarker tumor testing playing a key role in creating personalized care plans. This type of testing identifies the genetic or protein markers in a tumor, allowing doctors to match patients with targeted therapies that are most likely to be effective. By highlighting the journeys of two ovarian cancer survivors, this article shows how…
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