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Stories of Inspiration

Why I Walk – Carolyn’s Story

After months of unexplained symptoms, I was finally diagnosed with stage 3C ovarian cancer. Major surgery, chemotherapy, more surgery with complications, more chemo, and even more surgeries. In the middle of this chaos, I discovered the National Ovarian Cancer Coalition (NOCC).  What a lifesaver this organization has been for me. It is a place for information, resources, and connections. I…
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Caregiver’s Corner – Gus

Gus and Denese Leonard
I’m grateful to have a safe, inclusive, and supportive place to share my own journey as a caregiver for my wife, who is in her 4th year of surviving ovarian cancer. I’ve learned so much from the other folks who join each month–their roles, perspectives, challenges, and successes are all related to the experiences my family is undergoing. The reminder…
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30 Days of Thanks: The Heart of Our Community – Survivors and Caregivers Giving Back

Ovarian cancer survivors celebrate being together.
30 Days of Thanks: The Heart of Our Community - Survivors and Caregivers Giving Back Today, we want to celebrate the incredible individuals who have faced the tough journey of ovarian cancer. Patients, survivors, and caregivers who have experienced the TEAL community's immense support play a vital role in giving back and making a real difference. We are forever inspired…
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The Silver Linings

The Team, The Silver Linings, was started by Debra Schwartz Sapcariu in 2015 after she was diagnosed with ovarian cancer. Debra felt that whatever happened in her life, there was always a positive – a silver lining to be found! Debra had younger twin brothers, Jeff and Barry Schwartz and when she was diagnosed, they helped her and her daughter…
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