Let’s Talk About It: Ovarian Cancer – Leaving a Legacy

A legacy is not just what you leave behind. It is also the connections you make and the ways you live that create a lasting impact on your relationships and the world around you. Sometimes people are planting the seeds of their long-lasting legacy without even knowing it. Other times it is taking a moment […]

Scans and Ovarian Cancer: Everything You Want to Know

When you’re diagnosed with ovarian cancer, scans become an inevitable part of life. But what are the differences between the imaging tests? When should which scans be used? What about the pros and cons of each test? Join Dr. Kevin Holcomb, Vice-Chair of Gynecology and member of the Division of Gynecologic Oncology at Weill Cornell […]

Family Ties: Knowing Your Connection to Cancer (with MSK)

On April 20, join Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) and SHARE Cancer Support for a talk about family health history. At this talk, you will: Key Takeaways from Webinar Viewers: Learn what your family’s health history can tell you about your risk for cancer. Find out how to get genetic testing. Get helpful tips […]

Let’s Talk About It: Ovarian Cancer – Scanxiety

Living with uncertainty is one of the harshest realities of a cancer diagnosis. Waiting for scan results or feeling the fear of recurrence are examples of common challenges survivors find difficult to navigate. While it may be unrealistic to think the feeling of uncertainty will completely go away, join us on as we discuss strategies […]

Blood Clots and Cancer: What You Need to Know

Did you know 1 in 5 blood clots are related to cancer and its treatment? Treatments involving hospitalization, surgery, chemotherapy, and hormonal therapy can increase your blood clot risk. In collaboration with the National Blood Clot Alliance (NBCA), this program aims to inform all cancer patients about the risk of blood clots. The speaker, Jeffrey […]

What’s the Latest in Low-Grade Serous Ovarian Cancer?

Low-grade serous ovarian cancer behaves differently than other ovarian cancers, which has treatment implications. Join Dr. Rachel Grisham, Section Head of Ovarian Cancer and Director of Gynecologic Medical Oncology at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSKCC), as she discusses low-grade serous ovarian cancer treatment and any recent advances. Bring all of your questions to this […]

Part 2: When Cancer Treatment Causes Menopause – The Emotional Impact

Cancer treatment changes the relationship a survivor has with their body. In the second of this two-part series, we will discuss the emotional impact of menopause that is caused by cancer treatment. Shifts in hormones, surgical scars, changes in sensitivity, discomfort or pain can be overwhelming and emotional to experience. Feelings of loss, disconnect, anger, […]

Let’s Talk About It: Ovarian Cancer – Cancer and Your Online Identity

Seeking support and information from the internet can be a common and healthy way of navigating cancer survivorship. But consuming media can also leave us feeling unsettled. The consequences, both helpful and hurtful, of what you share online are worth considering. Join us on Wednesday, February 8th as we talk together about how the internet […]

Let’s Talk About It: Ovarian Cancer – Crafting Vision Boards Together

A diagnosis of cancer can cloud not only our view of the future but our sense of ourselves. To dream feels reckless and may trigger feelings of sadness and loss. Untethered and uncertain, how do you step into the year ahead? A diagnosis of cancer can also bring clarity to the important aspects of one’s […]