Stress-Induced Immune Changes May Help Cancer Spread

April 2, 2024 9:00 am

Clearity’s Perspective: This article highlights the importance of learning ways to cope with and manage stress after an ovarian cancer diagnosis. The study, performed only on mice, suggests that there may be a link between overproduction of stress hormones and Read more

From diagnosis through survivorship: Mindfulness can help people cope with cancer

Research has shown mindful meditation can reduce stress, relieve pain.

November 29, 2023 9:00 am

Clearity offers psychosocial support to caregivers through our Steps Through OC program. If you would like personal one-to-one assistance with the stress and challenges associated with caring for a loved one with an ovarian cancer diagnosis, our team of OC Read more

The Search for Joy and Meaning — Continuing the Conversation with Karin and Buck

November 22, 2023 9:00 am

Clearity offers emotional support to people with ovarian cancer and their caregivers through our Steps Through OC program. If you would like personal, one-to-one assistance with the stress and challenges associated with life with ovarian cancer, our team of OC Read more

Study Finds Shortcomings in Monitoring Caregivers’ Emotional Health

October 27, 2023 4:58 pm

By Sharon Reynolds

Clearity offers psychosocial support to caregivers through our Steps Through OC program. If you would like personal one-to-one assistance with the stress and challenges associated with caring for a loved one with an ovarian cancer diagnosis, our Read more

New Integrative Oncology Guidelines Provide Patients More Control Over Their Care

September 14, 2023 9:00 am

Clearity offers psychosocial support through our Steps Through OC program for patients, survivors and caregivers. If you would like personal one-to-one assistance with the stress and challenges associated with an ovarian cancer diagnosis, our team of OC Counselors can help Read more

Survey Details Concerns, Priorities of Women With Ovarian Cancer

July 13, 2023 9:00 am

By Gianna Melillo

Clearity offers psychosocial support through our Steps Through OC program for patients, survivors and caregivers. If you would like personal one-to-one assistance with the stress and challenges associated with an ovarian cancer diagnosis, our team of OC

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Watch for New Psych Disorders in the Spouses of Cancer Patients

January 5, 2023 10:44 am

— Risk especially high within the first year after cancer diagnosis

by Kristen Monaco

Clearity offers psychosocial support through our Steps Through OC program for patients, survivors and caregivers. If you would like personal one-to-one assistance with the stress and Read more

‘Disenchanted’ Star And Passionate Cancer Advocate Patrick Dempsey Reminds Caregivers To ‘Take Care Of Yourself’

November 26, 2022 2:29 pm

by Teaganne Finn

Actor Patrick Dempsey, 56, has a warm message for all the cancer caregivers— take care of yourself, too. The Greys Anatomy star knows first hand how taxing it can be as a caregiver for a sick loved … Read more

Ovarian cancer survivors have shown resilience in the face of the pandemic, but are still at risk for mental health challenges

June 8, 2022 5:08 pm

by University of Chicago Medical Center

Clearity offers psychosocial support through our Steps Through OC program for patients, survivors and caregivers. If you would like personal one-to-one assistance with the stress and challenges associated with an ovarian cancer diagnosis, our

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Clearity Caregiver’s Week: Laurie and Jason’s Story

February 18, 2021 2:00 am

When diagnosed, there’s so much to deal with. After years of warning signs and my primary care doctor treating me for a myriad of medical issues, I presented with excruciating torso and belly pain, a distended stomach & difficulty breathing … Read more

Powerful Together: The Clearity Foundation Recognized as Global Ovarian Cancer Charter Champion

September 13, 2020 3:00 pm

The World Ovarian Cancer Coalition has designated The Clearity Foundation as a Champion of the newly launched Global Ovarian Cancer Charter which seeks to improve survival and quality of life for women diagnosed with ovarian cancer through the implementation of … Read more

Be The Difference Foundation Announces Collaboration With Mary Crowley Cancer Research and The Clearity Foundation to Increase Support For Clinical Trial Participants

July 31, 2020 11:00 am

New “Caring For Her” program facilitates access to clinical trials and psychosocial support services for women with ovarian cancer.

Be The Difference Foundation today announced the launch of its “Caring For Her” program in partnership with Mary Crowley Cancer Research

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Recognizing the Complexities of Caregiving

May 27, 2020 4:00 pm

This article touches on the complexities that come with being a caregiver to someone battling cancer, as well as the importance of support, not only for the person they are caring for, but for themselves. Our Steps Through OC programRead more

The Important Lessons Learned from Cancer Caregivers

November 22, 2019 12:00 pm

This article shares important lessons for caregivers, on how to not only support their loved one, but themselves. At The Clearity Foundation, we provide support to women with ovarian cancer and their families. We understand that while taking care Read more

Alexis’ Story: Live Your Best Life

November 12, 2019 8:00 am

When I was a teenager, I found out that I had Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). PCOS is a hormonal disorder that can cause cysts on the ovaries, and I would often feel when I had cysts, and when they would … Read more

Steps Through OC Awarded the 2019 AONN+ Outstanding Poster Award for Exceptional Research in Navigation

November 7, 2019 5:00 pm

Photo: Marina Baroff, MPH, FACHE, Senior Director, Service Innovation
mbaroff@stepsthrough.org | www.stepsthrough.org

The Clearity Foundation is proud to announce that our new support program, Steps Through OC, has been selected for the 2019 AONN+ Outstanding Poster Award for Exceptional Read more

Searching for Cancer Information: Go Ahead and ‘Google It’

October 2, 2019 6:00 pm

With so much information at your fingertips, we understand how difficult it can be to find trustworthy, lay friendly sources that are relevant to you and your specific ovarian cancer journey. The Clearity Foundation exists to help women find credible Read more

Steps Through OC: Early Findings From a National Pilot Delivering Virtual, Individualized Psychosocial Support to Ovarian Cancer Survivors and Caregivers

September 8, 2019 5:00 pm

By Thomas J. Pier, MSW, LCSW, OSW-C, CMF, and Marina Baroff, MPH, MA, FACHE

What if every woman with ovarian cancer had help setting a clear direction through the uncertain landscape of the diagnosis? Imagine these women having access to … Read more

Overcoming the Psychological Effects of Ovarian Cancer

December 4, 2018 9:00 am

By Katie Kosko

A new program offers counseling, patient education and vetted referrals to patients and their families.

Whether it’s the person who receives a cancer diagnosis or family members who will watch their loved one go through it all,

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