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Give to the Alliance with your Everyday Online Shopping
Did you know you can give to the Ovarian Cancer National Alliance just by shopping online? Through our nonprofit shopping mall, we connect you with more than 700 retailers–including major … Continue reading
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Help Us Plan and Host Our 2013 Turn Up the Heat! Gala
The Alliance is searching for a volunteers to help plan and host our annual Turn Up the Heat! Gala. Our signature gala, Turn Up the Heat!, on February 4, 2013, … Continue reading
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An Open Letter to President Obama from the Ovarian Cancer National Alliance
This morning the Ovarian Cancer National Alliance sent a letter to President Obama congratulating him on his re-election and outlining some of our policy priorities for his second term. Click … Continue reading
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Partner Member Profile: HERA Women’s Cancer Foundation
As an avid outdoorswoman and an ovarian cancer survivor, Sean Patrick saw connections between both sides of her life. She once said: “The skills women learn in climbing—problem solving, risk … Continue reading
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Drug Shortage Update: Janssen Announces End of Doxil Shortage
Today Janssen Products, LP announced that it has restored full access to Doxil® (doxorubicin HCl liposome injection) supply for physicians and their patients in the United States. Janssen also announced … Continue reading
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Statement on the Passing of Former Senator Arlen Specter
The Ovarian Cancer National Alliance sends our sympathies to the family of Arlen Specter, former senator of Pennsylvania and a long-time supporter of women with ovarian cancer. From 1998 to … Continue reading
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Partner Member Profile: Ovarcome Non-Profit Inc.
One of the Ovarian Cancer National Alliance’s newest Partner Members, Ovarcome Non-Profit Inc., has made great strides in its first year. Founder and President Runsi Sen was inspired by her … Continue reading
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Calaneet Balas Named CEO of Ovarian Cancer National Alliance
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: September 17, 2012 Washington, DC—Today the Ovarian Cancer National Alliance announced that Calaneet Balas will join the organization as Chief Executive Officer beginning October 9, 2012. Ms. … Continue reading
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New Infographic Highlights Facts About Ovarian Cancer
Looking for a quick and easy way to share information about ovarian cancer online? Try posting our new infographic, which highlights key statistics about this disease. We’ve posted this infographic … Continue reading
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We’re Hiring: Public Policy Intern Fall 2012
The Policy Intern will assist the Policy Department by monitoring legislation, supporters and emerging policy issues. Duties include: Assist in researching a variety of public health issues related to ovarian … Continue reading
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Task Force Recommendations on Ovarian Cancer Highlight Need for Research and a Detection Test, Say Advocates
Washington, DC—On September 10, the United States Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) updated its recommendations on ovarian cancer screening. Based on current medical evidence, a committee of experts advised that … Continue reading
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We’re Hiring: Director of Events and Development Manager
Position: Director of Events and Development Manager Position Summary: The Director of Events and Development Manager is responsible for planning and organizing events and meetings for the Ovarian Cancer National … Continue reading
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