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Research News
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Research reported in the Journal of Clinical Oncology suggests that because BRCA gene mutation status impacts survival and treatment response, all women with nonmucinous ovarian cancer, regardless of family history, should be offered BRCA1 and 2 mutation testing.
In the study, researchers from the Peter MacCullum Cancer Center in Australia screened 1,001 women with ovarian cancer to investigate the impact of germ-line BRCA1 and 2 mutations. "Our findings," write the authors, "suggest changes in the guidelines for genetic testing of all invasive ovarian cancer patients, indicate that the measurement of BRCA status should be explicitly integrated into future clinical trial designs as a major stratification factor, and declare BRCA status is now ready to be included in the clinical management of women with ovarian cancer." Click here for more information and a link to the study's abstract.
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On June 21st, OCRF presented the third in our new series of free educational webinars, with Dr. Jeff Boyd's updates from the recent annual meetings of the Society of Gynecologic Oncology (SGO), American Association for Cancer Research (AACR), and American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO).
OCRF's webinar series, supported by Genentech, will be on hiatus until September, when Dr. Steve Rubin will present "Managing Ovarian Cancer Recurrence." Until then, you can catch up on any webinars you may have missed on our archive page.
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OCRF News
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 Super Saturday 15 Tickets Now Available
Tickets to Super Saturday 15 are now available! Join us on July 28th as we celebrate the special 15th anniversary of our day-long summer fundraising event, hosted by longtime friends Donna Karan, Ariel Foxman, InStyle and Kelly Ripa, and generously sponsored by QVC. And, we are thrilled to welcome CoverGirl as our newest sponsor! This year, activities will once again include our famous one-of-a-kind designer garage sale with over 200 fabulous designers, a kids' carnival with rides, games and fun, a raffle, fortune tellers, manicures and more. And in celebration of 15 years of this "Rolls Royce of garage sales," and the millions of dollars it has raised for much-needed ovarian cancer research, we'll offer lots of extra-special anniversary attractions. You can visit our new, easy to use Super Saturday page to purchase your tickets today!
Can't make it to the Hamptons this year, but still want to support the cause? Just tune in to QVC Presents Super Saturday LIVE! on July 28th from 2-4 PM or visit www.qvc.com/supersaturday to shop from the comfort of your own home! |
In The Teal Spotlight
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 Calling all Pinterest Pinners: QVC wants you to help spread the word about ovarian cancer by joining the cause and repinning with a purpose! From now until September 30th, when you repin one of the designated Super Saturday messages featuring ovarian cancer facts and superhero for the cause, Lara Spencer of Good Morning America, QVC will donate $.50 to OCRF for the first 10,000 repins, up to $5,000. Choose your favorite, or repin them all to raise awareness while decorating your board with inspiration and education. Visit pinterest.com/qvc to start repinning!
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Join Team OCRF at the 4th Annual T.E.A.L. Walk
Have you registered for the 4th Annual T.E.A.L.  Walk yet? Now there are even more reasons to walk with Team OCRF at this fun family event on Saturday, September 8th in Prospect Park, Brooklyn! Not only will you be an OCRF representative in the official team photo, but you'll also receive great team goodies, including an OCRF backpack and teal ribbon, as well as an OCRF Brooks Brothers Polo shirt featuring the Brooks Brothers and OCRF logos, while supplies last. Plus, our Top Individual Fundraiser and Top Team Member Recruiter will receive a special Helen Ficalora Pendant, valued at $135 and featuring the OCRF logo. Participants who register by July 31st enjoy an early bird discounted price of $25, so register today!
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What's New in the OCRF Shop
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 Narciso Rodriguez OCRF T-Shirt
We know that hot summer days call for light, breezy outfits--and that's why this season we've made the original OCRF t-shirt, created by fashion designer Narciso Rodriguez, even lighter on your wallet. The exclusive cotton/poly blend, elongated burnout t-shirt, is now available for only $30 from the OCRF online shop. Supplies are limited, so grab one today before they're all gone, and enjoy free shipping! All proceeds from the sale of each t-shirt benefit OCRF.
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OCRF Fundraising All-Stars
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 On June 24th, Brett Thomas put his training to the test as he took on the challenging and picturesque Ironman Coeur D'Alene in memory of his mother-in-law, Jeanette "Jay" Trotter. His 21st triathlon overall, the race in Idaho represented Brett's first at Ironman distance, consisting of an arduous 2.4-mile swim, 112-mile bike ride, and 26.2-mile run. He became inspired to try a tri in 2006, after his wife, Pam Thomas, began racing as part of OCRF Team Hope in the U.S. Women's Triathlon Series--now the Toyota SheROX Triathlon Series. Seven years later, Pam and her team, "Total KAOS Tri Team" have raised more than $15,000 in honor of her mother through their dedicated participation. And in his first fundraising effort, Brett has raised $2,065 for OCRF in Jay's memory. "Her final gift to me is triathlon, and the fitness, health and friendships that come with the sport," says Brett. OCRF offers our sincere thanks and gratitude to this amazing duo for all they are doing to help further the mission to eradicate ovarian cancer, and a special congratulations to Brett on completing this incredible challenge!
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For information on organizing your own event to benefit OCRF and becoming a Fundraising All-Star, please email Melissa Chemick or call 212.268.1002.
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Upcoming Events
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Ovarian Cancer Research Fund
14 Pennsylvania Plaza
Suite 1710
New York, NY 10122
212.268.1002
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