Ovarian Cancer Survivor Spotlight
Read  Sharsheret caller Molly's inspiring story about her ovarian cancer journey and the impact it made on her career path.
Ovarian Cancer Awareness - Signs and Symptoms
Ovarian cancer is difficult to detect, especially in the early stages. This is partly due to the fact that the ovaries, two small, almond-shaped organs on either side of the uterus, are deep within the abdominal cavity. Learn more about the signs and symptoms of ovarian cancer that have been identified by our partner, OCRFA .
Are You Racing For The Cure On Sunday?
Join Team Sharsheret at the NYC Race for the Cure this Sunday, September 10th, in Central Park. FREE registration for the first 200 participants! Savings of $45 per person. Meet up at 8:30 AM in Central Park (NE Corner of 74th Street & Central Park West). Questions? Contact Sharsheret's Team Captain Sarah Eagle .  Thank you to our Team Underwriters, Bernstein Liebhard LLC and TESARO Inc. , and to all of our event sponsors for your support!
"It is with mixed emotions that I announce my retirement from Sharsheret. Initially, I came to Sharsheret as a volunteer in 2003; I became a member of the professional staff two years later. To say this has been an experience of a lifetime is an understatement."
Spread Awareness About Breast and Ovarian Cancer This Fall
Did you know that 1 in 40 Ashkenazi Jews carries a BRCA gene mutation? Awareness saves lives. Join hundreds of congregations across the country and plan a Sharsheret Teal or Pink Shabbat® in support of Ovarian Cancer and Breast Cancer Awareness Months. Thank you to the over 50 congregations across 15 states who have already signed up to host a Teal or Pink Shabbat this fall! Sharsheret's Teal and Pink Shabbat Program is made possible with generous support from Basser Center for BRCA , Susan G. Komen Greater NYC ,  and  Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center .
Order Your FREE Ovarian Cancer Survivorship Kit
Whether you were diagnosed five days ago, five years ago or even longer, this Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, order your FREE Thriving Again survivorship kit . The kit includes a pedometer to keep track of every step you take, helping you reach your exercise and healthy living goals, and a cookbook.  The Thriving Again program is made possible with generous support from Novartis .
Good Communication With Your Health Care Provider Is Key

On August 8th, Sharsheret presented a free national webinar on tips for communicating with your health care team. Dr. Noam Drazin, Cedars Sinai Medical Group , empowered our participants to advocate for themselves when discussing their individual concerns with their health care team, including screening, fertility, fear of recurrence, new research, clinical trials, and immunotherapy.

Thank you to our webinar partners:   Cancer Support Community , Dana Farber Cancer Institute , and Johns Hopkins Medicine .

This webinar was made possible with generous support from Merck . 
National Partners Help Us Raise Awareness
Sharsheret’s Director of National Outreach Melissa K. Rosen spoke to over 500 women as a keynote speaker at the Women’s League for Conservative Judaism's Convention. She addressed why breast and ovarian cancer are Jewish issues, how Sharsheret supports the Jewish community, and the importance of advocating for ourselves when it comes to health. Sharsheret is honored to work with WLCJ and other national organizations to educate Jewish communities and support women and their families facing a diagnosis.
Celebrate Your B'nai Mitzvah With Sharsheret!
Mazal tov to Rebecca Silber on her Bat Mitzvah! Thank you, Rebecca, for leading a Pink Challah Bake to help raise breast cancer awareness at Camp Lavi this summer!
Bake For Sharsheret And Help Raise Ovarian Cancer Awareness
Love to bake? Ready to raise awareness?

Sisters Adeena Sussman and Sharon Wieder launched the Pies For Prevention Thanksgiving Bake Sale in 2008 in memory of their mother and grandmother whom they lost to ovarian cancer.

The pre-Thanksgiving bake sale supports Sharsheret's ovarian cancer initiative and takes place in cities all across the country. To learn more about becoming a baker in your community, contact Outreach Program Coordinator Sarah Eagle.
Upcoming Events In Florida And California!
Sharsheret Florida:
  • Self Defense Class/Krav Maga Training: Thursday, September 14th, 7:30 pm, Bal Harbour.
  • Mindfulness And Yoga For A Better You: Wednesday, September 27th, 8 pm, Hollywood.
  • Flywheel Spin For Sharsheret event: Thursday, October 19th, noon, Miami Beach.
  • Florida Gala: Saturday, December 2nd, 8 pm, Design Center of the Americas, Dania Beach.

Sharsheret California:
Thank You To Our Summer Interns
Thank you to our summer interns Batsheva Feldman, Alyssa Shapiro and Arielle Wernick!

To learn more about their experiences with Sharsheret this summer, check out their blogs titled: " Developing My Social Work Skills, " " Sharsheret and Stories ," and " More Than Just A Name ."

We are thankful to the Heller, Sussman and Wieder families, and to Susie Rudd Cohen, whose annual support makes our intern program possible.
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