Blog
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Fundraising stories
19 November 2020
"So many people haven’t even heard of ovarian cancer, passing on the message is what it's all about"
Back in the 70s, retired railwayman Chris Milner inherited an old railway station name plate. He had no idea of the impact it would one day have.
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Fundraising stories
02 November 2020
Tom: "I held one of the most historic racing events of all time online, whilst raising money for a cause close to my heart."
Tom Hand was just 12 years old when his mum Shelley died of ovarian cancer. Now 18, he's following in her footsteps and fundraising for ovarian cancer research.
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29 October 2020
Ovarian Cancer Action Supporter Awards 2020
We are so pleased to announce the winners for the Ovarian Cancer Action Supporter Awards 2020! Everyone who supports us is a champion in our eyes, but we would like to recognise four supporters who through this difficult year when many fundraising events have been cancelled, have been both innovative and inspirational with their fundraising for Ovarian Cancer Action.
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Fundraising stories
15 October 2020
A Celebration of Support: Your Inspiring Ideas in Action
From the powerful voice of Kate Winslet, to an inspiring farmer – our supporters are united by this dreadful disease, but in that unity is strength and support for Ovarian Cancer Action.
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Meet the Kent-based walkers determined to stomp out ovarian cancer
The Pinecone Walkers celebrate ten whole years of fundraising for Ovarian Cancer Action in memory of Barbara.
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BRCA & genetic mutations
02 October 2020
Genetic testing: a numbers game
OCA’s Head of Public Affairs and Research Marie-Claire Platt explores why offering everybody the choice to be tested (population testing) could give many the opportunity to catch cancer early or prevent it before it happens.
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BRCA & genetic mutations
30 September 2020
Men and BRCA: what you need to know
Demetra Georgiou is a Principal Genetic Counsellor at Imperial College Healthcare (Charing Cross Hospital). She answers our top questions about men and BRCA.
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BRCA & genetic mutations
30 September 2020
Christen Williams: "You cannot do it alone, and you do not need to"
Christen Williams talks to us about the friends she made and support she found in the wonderful community of BRCA carriers following her own diagnosis.
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BRCA & genetic mutations
29 September 2020
Rachel: Reflecting on my BRCA diagnosis eight years on
Rachel reflects on her BRCA diagnosis and the importance of genetic testing within the Jewish community.
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27 September 2020
How to explore your family history of cancer
Genetic Counsellor Beth Coad gives her expert advice on exploring your family history of cancer - from how to start conversations with family members around cancer, to the signs that mean you could be eligible for genetic testing.
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Fundraising stories
11 September 2020
Philippa O'Halloran: "It was easy to get motivated because I was doing this in memory of mum"
Philippa O'Halloran cycled 100 miles to fund ovarian cancer research in memory of her mum.
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BRCA & genetic mutations
03 August 2020
Calling all male BRCA carriers
Men are just as likely to carry a BRCA mutation as women. Boston College is recruiting BRCA+ men to help improve their experience.
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Fundraising stories
28 July 2020
For Debbie: "I decided to do something in her memory"
Darren Adnett is running ten 10km races in memory of his friend Debbie Gold, despite lockdown.
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In the news
03 July 2020
Ovarian Cancer Action joins coalition calling for current furlough scheme to be extended for shielded and high-risk workers
People who have been shielding from coronavirus and can’t safely return to work from 1st August risk losing their jobs and livelihoods, warns new report from the Trade Union Congress.
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28 May 2020
“If my rose reaches one person who didn’t know the symptoms then it was worth it”
From handing out roses in Westminster to baking, our Head of Public Affairs and Research, Marie-Claire shares the different ways she’s been raising awareness for World Ovarian Cancer Day
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Fundraising stories
22 May 2020
Rob Coan: "Even in lockdown, it's something we can do together to celebrate this remarkable woman."
Rob Coan, and his sons Oliver and Toby, take part in Walk In Her Name Step Challenge.
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21 May 2020
Mental health and cancer: "Things that have helped me"
For Mental Health Awareness Week, Lisa shares some of the things that helped her mental wellbeing following a diagnosis of ovarian cancer
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Fundraising stories
15 May 2020
Ideas and activities for your Step Challenge
We’ve gathered some ideas, tips and resources to help you reach your 295,000 steps target for the end of May.
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11 May 2020
Step Challenge: walking for health
There’s a huge abundance of health benefits to reap from an exercise routine, even from something as simple as a good walk. Going for daily walks can improve your cardiovascular and pulmonary fitness, increase muscle strength and endurance and improve sleep — the list goes on!
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11 May 2020
My loved Grandma - a story by Isaac, aged 9
Isaac, aged nine, never got to meet his grandma. She died of ovarian cancer before he was born. But that all changes when he invents a time machine and goes on an amazing adventure...
