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Running for friendship: the road to the London Marathon
Liz is running the London Marathon this April as part of #TeamOCA. Undeterred by the recent snow, she tells us about her motivation behind running and fundraising for Ovarian Cancer Action
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"This challenge for Ovarian Cancer Action has given me wonderful memories to cherish for a lifetime"
Our Great Wall of China Trek is a fantastic charity challenge, involving a five day hike along this magnificent man-made structure. Julie tells us about her experience and why she decided to fundraise for Ovarian Cancer Action
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Top tips for organising a charity ball
Last month accountancy firm Raffingers held their first ever charity ball, raising an amazing £12,000 to be split between Ovarian Cancer Action and Pancreatic Cancer UK. Lauren Aston, Marketing Manager at Raffingers, tells us about the highs and lows of organising an event of this size and shares her advice for others planning a fundraising event…
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Running for a future without ovarian cancer
Everyone has their own reason behind taking part in a challenge event for Ovarian Cancer Action. As Drew reflects on his Great North Run experience, and Amanda gears up to take on the Royal Parks Half Marathon, both share their stories…
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“The plan was to do something that reflects a fraction of the loneliness and fear that terminal cancer patients must go through.”
On 3rd September, RAF man Ian Smith plunged into the cold depths of Loch Ness to raise money for Ovarian Cancer Action, swimming an incredible 22 miles to complete the length of the loch.
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“It was simply the most rewarding experience I’ve ever been involved in”
This year Mike Wilson took on Prudential RideLondon-Surrey 100, raising a fantastic £6,706 for Ovarian Cancer Action. Here he talks about the thrills (and spills) of the UK’s biggest cycling extravaganza, and how the memory of his Mum's determination kept him pedalling…
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"It has taken me nearly seven years to be able to talk more openly about it, but now I am more determined than ever to reach the £1000 mark"
This September, supporter Drew Meakin is gearing up to take on the Great North Run. Here he talks training, fundraising and what motivated him to take on this challenge for Ovarian Cancer Action...
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"Five weeks is nothing really, we were just about able to say goodbye"
Dave Evanson lost his mother to ovarian cancer last year, just five weeks after diagnosis. He is now taking on as many challenges as he can to raise money for research and raise awareness, so that others can be diagnosed earlier.
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"My beautiful wife's ovarian cancer was a classic instance of late diagnosis"
George Watson lost his wife to ovarian cancer in 2012 aged 69. He shares his story and details of an unusual fundraiser, which the ladies of his Rotary club organised earlier this year.
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“I didn’t think in a million years I would have cancer”
Diagnosed at just 26, Lauren shares her road from diagnosis to recovery and how you can Walk In Her Name this Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. -
“Holding a Walk In Her Name helps us get some positives out of the tragedy of Aleasha’s death”
Rob Coan, and his sons Oliver and Toby, will be holding a Walk In Her Name next month in memory of his wife Aleasha. He explains why the event means so much to them.
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“Knowing you are running to make a difference to someone’s life is a feeling you never forget”
Ovarian Cancer Action supporter Amanda Leslau ran the Vitality 10k race for Ovarian Cancer Action for her Nana last year. She relives the day and encourages you to take part this year.
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“The ripples of kindness have continued to grow”
Inspired by The Power of Kindness, Fi Munro used money raised by friends and family, after her ovarian cancer diagnosis, to deliver 'random acts of kindness'. -
“Seeing myself in a wig for the first time was slightly surreal but a relief”
Jo Beagley was diagnosed with stage 3C ovarian cancer in 2014. Here she describes how losing her hair as a result of chemotherapy took her on an emotional journey.
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“I run to feel normal and to let the cancer know I’m in charge”
Earlier this month Glenys Waters ran the Bournemouth 5k Supernova for Ovarian Cancer Action. Glenys was diagnosed with stage 3 ovarian cancer in 2015 but refused to let this stop her from running. Now, with more than 100 park runs and a 'runner of the year' award under her belt, she looks back at her ovarian cancer journey...