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Stories of Inspiration

Stories of Inspiration

In Stories of Inspiration, Survivorship and Advocacy

Sue Straatman: Finding Hope and Connection Through Ovarian Cancer

Ovarian cancer survivor Sue Straatman at an NOCC event.
When Sue Straatman was diagnosed with advanced ovarian cancer in March 2009, she thought about three things she wanted to experience with her son: seeing him smile again, dancing at his wedding, and holding a grandchild. Those goals became a source of hope during a time of uncertainty. Today, Sue is a stage IV ovarian cancer survivor who has experienced…
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In Stories of Inspiration, Survivorship and Advocacy

Two Teal Sisters, One Shared Purpose: Debbie and Erica’s Story

Erica Gaston and Debbie Stein smiling in Team TEAL shirts.
For Debbie Stein and Erica Gaston, running is more than a personal goal. It is a way to honor their mothers, support people impacted by ovarian cancer, and build a friendship rooted in shared understanding. Both women lost their mothers to ovarian cancer. Today, they are active members of the National Ovarian Cancer Coalition (NOCC), raising funds, volunteering, and sharing…
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In Stories of Inspiration, Survivorship and Advocacy

Turning Pain Into Purpose: Rachel Putman’s Ovarian Cancer Survivor Story

Survivor story resource from the National Ovarian Cancer Coalition for patients and caregivers
Every ovarian cancer survivor story carries lessons of strength, grief, resilience, and hope. For Rachel Sackett Putman, her journey began during one of the most uncertain times in recent history and eventually became a mission to help others feel less alone. In this episode of Teal Talk – An Ovarian Cancer Podcast, Rachel shares how a devastating season of loss,…
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In Stories of Inspiration, Survivorship and Advocacy

From Diagnosis to Advocacy: Emily Campbell’s Story of Strength and Purpose

Emily Campbell shares her ovarian cancer journey on Teal Talk
Every ovarian cancer survivor story has the power to connect, educate, and inspire. In this episode of Teal Talk – An Ovarian Cancer Podcast, we follow Emily Campbell’s journey of resilience, uncertainty, and purpose. Diagnosed at just 33, she faced a rare and often misunderstood condition. What began as a search for answers became a mission to create change for…
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In Stories of Inspiration, Support and Resources

Caregiving with Courage: A Family’s Journey of Love and Strength through Ovarian Cancer

Caring for a loved one with ovarian cancer is an act of love. It can also be overwhelming, especially when the journey unfolds over months or even years. In this episode of Teal Talk - An Ovarian Cancer Podcast, we hear from Adam, Amanda, and Evan — three siblings who have been navigating caregiving for their mother, Serena, for eight…
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In Diagnosis and Treatment, Stories of Inspiration

Clinical Trials for Ovarian Cancer: Hope, Options, and Survivor Perspective

Clinical Trials for Ovarian Cancer Hope, Options, and Survivor Perspective
For many facing ovarian cancer, the words clinical trial can feel intimidating or confusing. Yet clinical trials for ovarian cancer are the foundation of nearly every new treatment available today. They offer hope for survivors, provide options when standard treatment options fall short, and move science forward so that future generations can live longer, healthier lives. In this episode of…
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In Diagnosis and Treatment, Stories of Inspiration

Biomarker Testing for Ovarian Cancer: Evelyn’s Journey

For many, the path to an ovarian cancer diagnosis is filled with uncertainty and unanswered questions. Symptoms can be vague, easily mistaken for menopause or everyday health changes. But as ovarian cancer survivor Evelyn discovered, biomarker testing for ovarian cancer can unlock vital information that shapes treatment and brings new possibilities for healing. In this Teal Talk episode, Evelyn courageously…
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In Stories of Inspiration, Survivorship and Advocacy

A Bond of Ovarian Cancer Advocacy and Support: Paula and Nancy’s Story

A Bond of Ovarian Cancer Advocacy and Support Paula and Nancy's Story
Survivorship means more than recovery. It’s about using one’s journey to bring strength and hope to others. At the National Ovarian Cancer Coalition (NOCC), we celebrate survivors who turn their experiences into advocacy, education, and compassion. This is the story of Paula and Nancy, two survivors who found friendship through shared experience and built a community grounded in ovarian cancer…
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In Stories of Inspiration, Survivorship and Advocacy

Rustic Route Coffee Co. Joins the Fight Against Ovarian Cancer

Robin Snider, owner of Rustic Route Coffee, smiling next to a coffee roaster while supporting ovarian cancer awareness.
When Robin Snider’s beloved aunt was diagnosed with ovarian cancer, what began as a frightening chapter for her family grew into the mission behind Rustic Route Coffee: spreading awareness, comfort, and connection, one cup at a time. Tina’s diagnosis: A family’s wake-up call When Tina first experienced stomach pains in late 2024, no one imagined how quickly life would change.…
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