A gynecologic cancer occurs when cells in a part of a woman’s reproductive system grow and divide abnormally. Researchers don’t know what causes most gynecologic cancers but they have identified certain risk factors.
Woman to Woman is a unique support program that pairs gynecologic cancer patients with trained survivor volunteers who provide one-on-one emotional support and mentoring to women when they need it most.
"In November I will be a 15 YEAR survivor of stage IIIC ovarian cancer. Ovarian cancer is not a death sentence! Fight with all of your might. Surround yourself with positive people and find the good in all things. I know how hard it is to get through the shock of the diagnosis, but you can do it!"
A gynecologic cancer occurs when cells in a part of a woman’s reproductive system grow and divide abnormally. Researchers don’t know what causes most gynecologic cancers but they have identified certain risk factors.
Being diagnosed with a gynecological cancer can be very overwhelming. These websites, books, and articles can help provide guidance and information for you.
For some people, taking care of a partner, mother, daughter, grandmother, sister, aunt, or friend who has a gynecologic cancer might seem natural because you love that person. But your role as a caregiver might be more intense than you had expected.
"I am so grateful to have been part of the Woman to Woman program, you helped me get through it more than you can imagine!"
Read about the impact Woman to Woman has already made directly from the program's patients, volunteers, physician champions and coordinators.
Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance (OCRA) is the largest global organization dedicated to fighting ovarian cancer. OCRA advances research to prevent, treat and defeat ovarian cancer, supports women and their families before, during and beyond diagnosis, and works with all levels of government to ensure ovarian cancer is a priority.
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