September 3: Wear teal to help raise awareness

President Obama proclaims September to be National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month

"While we have made great strides in the battle against ovarian cancer, this disease continues to claim more lives than any other gynecologic cancer. During National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, we honor all those lost to and living with ovarian cancer, and we renew our commitment to developing effective screening methods, improving treatments, and ultimately defeating this disease."

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Ohio joins United States of Teal Campaign

The United States of Teal is the Ovarian Cancer National Alliance's campaign to raise awareness about ovarian cancer by gaining support of state legislative leaderships. Ohio turned teal thanks to House Speaker Armond Budish who has taken the pledge to help raise awareness and wear teal during National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month in September. The Ovarian Cancer Alliance of Ohio is proud of this recognition and thanks Speaker Budish for his commitment.

OCAO recognized by the Ohio House of Representatives

On behalf of the members of the House of Representatives of the 128th General Assembly of Ohio, we are please to recognize

Ovarian Cancer Alliance of Ohio

This is, indeed, an important occasion, and it provides an ideal time to acknowledge the Ovarian Cancer Alliance of Ohio on its inaugural year and 1st annual gala. This noteworthy organization is sure to make many significant contributions to the community and earn the well-deserved respect and appreciation of many.

It is through the work of programs such as this that Ohio has gained a reputation as a state whose residents are always ready to extend a helping hand to those in need. The many individuals who have been involved with the Ovarian Cancer Alliance of Ohio are to be commended for their tremendous efforts to assist others, and they are deserving of the highest praise.

Thus, with great pride, we salute Ovarian Cancer Alliance of Ohio and extend best wishes for the future.

Signed,
State Representative
W. Carlton Weddington
27th House District

Our 5K Walk/Run is held every September to promote ovarian cancer education and awareness

Help us in our effort to prevent women from being impacted by this disease

The Strides for Hope 5K Walk/Run was created to help spread awareness to the central Ohio community. Held during Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month in September, it provides a festive opportunity for families to celebrate survivorship, and to honor those who have lost their battle with the disease. Since its inception in 1999, Strides for Hope has grown from 200 walkers and a handful of survivors to over 1,500 participants and almost 90 survivors. This emotionally charged event attracts people of all ages who want to spread the ovarian cancer message to our community.

This year's event will be held:

Sunday, September 12, 9:00 a.m.
Westerville Community Center
350 N. Cleveland Avenue
Westerville, Ohio 43082

Same day registration begins at 7:30 a.m., but you can avoid long lines by pre-registering online.

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Become an event sponsor

OCAO appreciates the philanthropic support of its corporate donors. Your financial help enables OCAO to continue its mission to further educate and promote positive awareness of ovarian cancer.

We need your support. In 2009, there were 21,550 new cases of ovarian cancer and 14,600 deaths. The OCAO is an advocate for those affected by ovarian cancer. Funds raised will support valuable local ovarian cancer programs.

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