Ovarian Cancer Alliance of Oregon and Southwest Washington
Newly diagnosed or facing a recurrence
In the midst of a life-altering diagnosis, OCA provides connection, assistance, and education
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Seeking peer support
Trained peer mentors are ready to connect with you or engage in a monthly, virtual support group
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OCA

Promote ovarian cancer awareness and education; support those diagnosed and survivors; and advocate for public policy and funding.

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Peer mentoring

Our Peer Mentoring Program matches a woman who is newly diagnosed or facing a recurrence with a trained volunteer. Women who have finished treatment and are NED can also volunteer to become a trained Peer Mentor.

Ovarian cancer symptoms

Bloating

Difficult eating, feeling full quickly

Abdominal or pelvic pain

Frequent or urgent need to urinate

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The number of screening tests for ovarian cancer
1 in 78
The estimated number of women who will develop ovarian cancer
93%
The five-year survival rate when diagnosed and treated in its earliest stages
19710
The estimated number of women who will be diagnosed with ovarian cancer in 2023

Volunteers wanted

Are you interested in becoming a volunteer or getting involved with us? Please apply and we will connect with you shortly.

Financial assistance

Assistance to help women who are in a critical financial need due to challenges related to their diagnosis.

O-Vary Funny Event

Our annual FUNdraiser event raises money to promote ovarian cancer awareness and education, and support vital programs for women diagnosed with ovarian cancer.

Thanks to our sponsors

Presenting level

Gold level

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Events

Apr
12
Virtual Support Group Facilitated by Susan Hedlund Rsvp Time: 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM PDT Location: Zoom Audio/Video Conference More >
Apr
28
Survivor & Volunteer Luncheon Regular Time: 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM PDT Location: McMenamins Kennedy School, 5736 Northeast 33rd Avenue, Portland, OR 97211 More >
May
13
Clinical Trials and New Anticancer Treatments (Virtual) Rsvp Time: 7:00 PM – 8:15 PM PDT Location: Zoom Audio/Video More >
May
16
Virtual Support Group Facilitated by Susan Hedlund Rsvp Time: 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM PDT Location: Zoom Audio/Video Conference More >
Jun
13
Virtual Support Group Facilitated by Susan Hedlund Rsvp Time: 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM PDT Location: Zoom Audio/Video Conference More >
Jun
22
2nd Annual Teal Ribbon Walk – Raising Ovarian Cancer Awareness Regular Time: 7:00 AM – 10:00 AM PDT Location: Oregon Zoo: 4001 SW Canyon Rd, Portland, OR 97221 More >
Jun
26
Virtual 2024 Ovarian Cancer Medical Update Regular Time: 7:00 PM – 8:15 PM PDT Location: Zoom Audio/Video Conference More >
Jul
18
Virtual Support Group Facilitated by Susan Hedlund Rsvp Time: 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM PDT Location: Zoom Audio/Video Conference More >
Aug
16
Virtual Support Group Facilitated by Susan Hedlund Rsvp Time: 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM PDT Location: Zoom Audio/Video Conference More >
Sep
19
Virtual Support Group Facilitated by Susan Hedlund Rsvp Time: 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM PDT Location: Zoom Audio/Video Conference More >
Sep
21
12th Annual O-Vary Funny, A Stand-Up Benefit for Ovarian Cancer! Rsvp Time: 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM PDT Location: NEW VENUE: Hilton Portland Downtown More >
Oct
17
Virtual Support Group Facilitated by Susan Hedlund Rsvp Time: 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM PDT Location: Zoom Audio/Video Conference More >
Nov
14
Virtual Support Group Facilitated by Susan Hedlund Rsvp Time: 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM PST Location: Zoom Audio/Video Conference More >
Dec
12
Virtual Support Group Facilitated by Susan Hedlund Rsvp Time: 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM PST Location: Zoom Audio/Video Conference More >
Awareness and knowledge are our secret weapons