“I couldn’t win this award without everyone that I’ve been working with for the past 20 years.”
Anne Chase, 2018 recipient of the Peggy Truscott Award of Hope, supports women living with #ovariancancer, advocates on behalf of women across Canada who have been diagnosed with the disease, and rallies her community at the Ovarian Cancer Canada Walk of Hope. Read her story via Regina Leader-Post.
Here’s a sneak peek at this year’s Ovarian Cancer Canada Walk of Hope hat!
Its message reads “Small steps lead to big changes,” honouring the journey of those living with and affected by #ovariancancer. Registered participants who raise $25 or more in donations can look forward to receiving this limited-edition item on Walk day.
Fundraise today: www.ovariancancerwalkofhope.ca
WATCH: For practical information to help you through an upcoming surgical procedure, watch the Precare Gynecological Surgery Guide video and explore how to prepare, what to expect, and how to take an active part in your recovery.
READ: With two pending class action lawsuits in Canada alleging a link between #talcumpowder and #ovariancancer, doctors weigh the evidence and women share their stories.
“But should you use talc? Probably not,” says Dr. James Bentley, gynecological oncologist at Dalhousie University in Halifax. “It would seem to make sense that it isn’t something people should be putting on the perineum on a regular basis.”
Have you discovered OVdialogue?
OVdialogue is an online community where women with #ovariancancer connect with one another for advice and encouragement. Have a look at some recent posts or join the #conversation. Your story might bring hope to someone at a difficult point in her life, or there may be someone who can offer you helpful insights.
Have a look at ovariancanada.org/ovdialogue
“Superheroes have strength and courage, just like people who are facing a diagnosis or supporting a loved one. The idea of chemo scared me, but I decided to face my fear, just as superheroes do.”
When Sheri was diagnosed with ovarian cancer, she considered opting out of treatment on account of potential side effects. But she joined OVdialogue, an online community where women with ovarian cancer can connect with one another, and her mind soon changed.
Funds raised by participants in the Ovarian Cancer Canada Walk of Hope help provide important lifelines, like this one, that support women living with #ovariancancer. Register and start fundraising today: www.ovariancancerwalkofhope.ca
“We have to unite for women, it’s what must be done.” Nearly all of the gynecologic oncologists in #Quebec are based in three cities. This presents challenges for #women with #ovariancancer who live outside these areas and must travel long distances for appointments. Learn what advocates are doing to improve access to specialist care in the July edition of Seeds of Hope:
Double your impact on the lives of women with ovarian cancer. For a limited time, donations you collect for the Ovarian Cancer Canada Walk of Hope will be matched by the husband and son of a woman who was affected by #ovariancancer. Register today to get in on the action at www.ovariancancerwalkofhope.ca and share this post with your friends to help maximize this special opportunity. *Wishing to remain anonymous, these donors have generously agreed to support the Walk to a maximum of $15,000.
“It’s a wonderful way to bring the community together, it’s empowering and it supports all women […] our moms, daughters, aunts, all of those people that are so important to our families and our lives.” WATCH: Joanne and Wendy, co-chairs of the Ovarian Cancer Canada Walk of Hope in Regina, took to CTV Morning Live - Regina to rally the community. Have you registered for the Walk? Have the #ladyballs to take action at www.ovariancancerwalkofhope.ca
Special delivery! Every year, women living with #ovariancancer are invited to wear teal tees at the Ovarian Cancer Canada Walk of Hope. If you’ve been diagnosed, your teal tee is making its way to you ahead of the Walk this year. #Volunteers are assembling a package just for you. When you receive your tee, take a picture, share it on social media and be sure to tag Ovarian Cancer Canada. Register now to join your teal sisters this September: www.ovariancancerwalkofhope.ca
Recognizing outstanding dedication, support of others, and leadership, this year’s Virginia Green Award was presented to a couple for the very first time. Meet the Flemings. Barbara is one of the faces of the awareness campaign that got people talking about #ladyballs. John is the past Chair of the Board and was instrumental in getting a petition about the need for #ovariancancer research read in the House of Commons. Learn more about this power couple in the July edition of Seeds of Hope:
Treatment #news: #Quebec and #Yukon have approved public funding of Lynparza for certain cases of recurrent BRCA-mutated #ovariancancer. The remaining provinces and territories are continuing deliberations and we are hopeful that this treatment will soon be available across the country.
“I’m inspired by their commitment and the commitment I see every day in our community. It makes me feel a part of a larger team. We’re all in this together.” One of the largest law firms in #Canada is pulling out all the stops to encourage its staff to #fundraise in support of the Ovarian Cancer Canada Walk of Hope. Find out what inspires team members at Stewart McKelvey and learn how they are raising funds to help change #womens lives.
Coming up in the July edition of Seeds of Hope: a power couple shares their inspiring story; advocates in #Quebec confront challenges in accessing specialist care, and more.
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Embrace your creativity to reach your fundraising goals. The Ovarian Cancer Canada Walk of Hope committee in #Saskatoon recently hosted a ‘Pallet Night’ with A Bird & A Brush - Wood Sign Paint Parties at their local Milestones. Take a look. How are you raising funds for the Walk? Share your ideas in the comments.
Last weekend, hundreds of participants laced up for the 4th annual #Beaus5K in support of Ovarian Cancer Canada. The community gathered in memory of Vankleek Hill local and running enthusiast, Ashley Cowan and raised a total of $70,000. Thank you to all the participants, supporters and Beau's All Natural Brewing Co. for having the #ladyballs to do something about #ovariancancer. Funds raised will provide support, raise awareness and fund much-needed research. Read all about the event via The Review:
Your support of the Ovarian Cancer Canada Walk of Hope makes a difference to women with #ovariancancer. Every $35 raised helps get a copy of By Your Side or Still By Your Side to someone who has been diagnosed. Can you raise $350 in donations to put 10 guides into the hands of 10 women? Starting today, collect $350 in online donations for your chance to win one of five medallions emblazoned with the Walk logo and customized with a message of your choice. Contest ends July 26, 2018. Details:
Thank you for inspiring and enabling the work of Ovarian Cancer Canada. The impact we are making in your community is powered, entirely, and every day, by your help and support. It takes the efforts of people like you, to reach further and radically shift the course of this disease for good. Together we can make it happen. Read the latest Report to the Community for highlights and community action taking place across the country:
Congratulations to Anne Chase, winner of the 2018 Peggy Truscott Award of Hope. This Award recognizes Anne for her involvement, contributions and achievements within the community. Since Anne was diagnosed with #ovariancancer, she’s spent 20+ years supporting other women on their journeys, raising funds and advocating for much needed change across the country. Anne was on the Ovarian Cancer Canada Board of Directors and its National Research Committee for 9 years, she’s the founding member of the Saskatchewan Ovarian Cancer Survivors (SOCS), and she also organized the first Ovarian Cancer Canada Walk of Hope in her community.
Join Anne to take action against this disease. Register for the Walk in your community: www.ovariancancerwalkofhope.ca
Have you been diagnosed with #ovariancancer? Would you like to share your experiences with women who can truly relate to what you’re going through? Women on the OVdialogue online community are sharing their favorite motivational quotes, discussing treatment, and much more. Join the conversation, give and get advice, or simply have a look.
Been fighting it 5 years now. We need earlier detection and more options to treat. I feel grateful to still be here.
Early detection is the key and more needs to be done to make this happen. I lost my wife in 2015 to this terrible disease as it was the later stages when it was found. Misdiagnosis also contributed and I think some doctors need to be more in tune with their patients and the symptoms instead of being so quick to pass it off as other things. If you don't agree with your doctor ask questions, be persistent and if you don't get the answers you want find another doctor it may save your life. I am walking in the Walk of Hope this year in memory and honor my wife and to also hopefully bring more awareness of this disease and the symptoms to others.
Too many women are dying from this. We need to do something different. Earlier detection is what we need to work on. I could not even get a MRI as it was overridden by the radiologist twice. I am still living with the time bomb. There are big problems with our OHIP as you should be able to get an MRI just like xrays. We have lots of money and more MRI machines should be in every facility. We the people should come before army, bonus to Bombardier, G20s etc
Ovarian cancer has done a great work and hope the Government will help them by allowing the new treatments to be approved and be available to all the ladies who are affected by this silent killer.
On October 4 in the early hours of the day, my friend, lover, confident, wife passed away at the early age of 50 years old. She will be missed by all family and friends who had the privilege who had the opportunity to meet a great person.
My hearts go out to all the victims. Early detection is the key and prevention is important. Anyone hear of the Johnson & Johnson baby powder talcum issue?
Please help defeat this insidious disease by helping Katie Lark in her drive to raise funds through the Beau's event.
Grateful to be well enough to walk with anyone who has been through this - but feel privileged walking with a dear friend !
Please support someone you know for the walk on Sunday Sep 11! Every dollar donated makes a tremendous difference for research !
So much more to be done!! :'( Thank you, OCC!!