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FACT SHEET: President Biden Details Cancer Moonshot Progress and New Initiatives on 60th Anniversary of President Kennedy’s Moonshot Address News

FACT SHEET: President Biden Details Cancer Moonshot Progress and New Initiatives on 60th Anniversary of President Kennedy’s Moonshot Address

Sixty years ago today, President John F. Kennedy delivered his Moonshot speech at Rice University, committing to putting a man on the moon and bringing him back. This afternoon at the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum in Boston, President Biden will discuss his bold vision for another American moonshot: ending cancer as we know it. It is a…
September 12, 2022
MSAB Member Dr. Nita K. Lee from UChicago Medicine and cancer survivor Jenn Szwajkowski talk about the importance of raising awareness for ovarian cancer News

MSAB Member Dr. Nita K. Lee from UChicago Medicine and cancer survivor Jenn Szwajkowski talk about the importance of raising awareness for ovarian cancer

Dr. Nita K. Lee from UChicago Medicine and cancer survivor Jenn Szwajkowski talk about the importance of raising awareness and screening for cancer in wake of National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month.
September 7, 2022
Advocacy in Action – Desolina’s Story FeaturedStories of Inspiration

Advocacy in Action – Desolina’s Story

As we acknowledge National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month throughout September, we are sharing stories of advocates who are using their passion and skills in unique ways to raise awareness of ovarian cancer. NOCC sat down with Desolina Postreich, a young ovarian cancer survivor and advocate who uses her love of social media and friendship to spread awareness not only in…
September 6, 2022
Advocacy in Action – Grace Elizabeth’s Story FeaturedStories of Inspiration

Advocacy in Action – Grace Elizabeth’s Story

September is National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. Anyone born with ovaries is at risk for ovarian cancer. We sat down with our NOCC Global Awareness Ambassador, Grace Elizabeth, and talked about the unique ways she is spreading ovarian cancer awareness using her passion and skills.   National Ovarian Cancer Coalition (NOCC): Why did you get involved with ovarian cancer advocacy? Grace Elizabeth…
September 6, 2022
What Moves You – Maddie’s Story FeaturedStories of Inspiration

What Moves You – Maddie’s Story

For August, we highlight advocacy in action as we share stories of those making a difference with their miles and spreading awareness of ovarian cancer. Hear from Maddie, daughter of an ovarian cancer survivor and Team TEAL participant, as she shares how she uses her passion for physical activity to support ovarian cancer awareness and research. NOCC: How did you…
August 12, 2022
Arizona Governor Ducey signs H.B. 2208 into law, helping to raise ovarian cancer awareness across the state News

Arizona Governor Ducey signs H.B. 2208 into law, helping to raise ovarian cancer awareness across the state

With Bill Signing Ceremonies News ReleaseAugust 9, 2022 Five Bills Signed Today PHOENIX — Governor Doug Ducey today ceremonially signed five bills that passed the Arizona Legislature this session with bipartisan support. The legislation will: Help Arizonans in need of grief services; Provide greater access to personalized medicine; Increase cancer awareness; Develop veteran housing; and Cut rural electricity costs. “Among…
August 10, 2022
What Moves You – Evelyn’s Story FeaturedStories of Inspiration

What Moves You – Evelyn’s Story

For August, we highlight advocacy in action as we share stories of those making a difference with their miles and spreading awareness of ovarian cancer. Hear from Evelyn, an ovarian cancer survivor and Team TEAL participant, as she shares her experience getting physically active to support her long-term health goals. NOCC: How did you become involved with the NOCC? Evelyn: …
August 5, 2022
What Moves You – Rhoda’s Story FeaturedStories of Inspiration

What Moves You – Rhoda’s Story

For August, we highlight advocacy in action as we share stories of those making a difference with their miles and spreading awareness of ovarian cancer. Hear from Rhoda, ovarian cancer advocate and Together in TEAL participant, as she shares her experience getting physically active to support ovarian cancer and honor her sister, Robin. NOCC: How did you become involved with…
August 1, 2022