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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Online tool helps ovarian cancer patients feel more in control of symptoms

February 8, 2022 9:38 am

PITTSBURGH – An online symptom management tool that harnesses the problem-solving benefits of expressive writing could help women with ovarian cancer better manage complex symptoms, according to a new study led by a University of Pittsburgh and UPMC nurse-scientist.

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Patients With Cancer Deserve Respect, Civility and a Voice in Their Treatment

October 6, 2021 12:00 am

By Kelly Irvin

Health care isn’t something that is done to you. You participate in it. You’re part of the team. If your team is letting you down, say so. If they don’t do better, consider seeking health care providers Read more

Attachment Insecurity and Depression, Anxiety in Ovarian Cancer Patient Partner-Caregivers

September 24, 2021 12:00 am

By Jessica Nye, PhD

A cross-sectional study found that caregivers of patients with ovarian cancer were experiencing symptoms of depression and anxiety which were affected by attachment avoidance. These findings were published in Current Oncology.

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Improving Social Needs For Women With Gynecological Cancer Could Improve Outcomes and Lessen Healthcare Disparities

August 4, 2021 4:04 pm

By Ariana Pelosci

Women with gynecologic cancer who experience an improvement of social needs such as companionship and food insecurity could experience improved outcomes.

The identification of social needs and accompanying solutions could result in more actionable health care disparities … Read more

Luci Berardi: Writing a New Chapter on Ovarian Cancer

April 15, 2021 10:30 am

Luci Berardi had known for three months that something was wrong. As a yoga practitioner and instructor, she was very much in tune with her body, and the changes she was noticing were odd and disconcerting.

First there was the … Read more

What to Know About Telehealth for Ovarian Cancer

April 2, 2021 1:30 am

Ovarian cancer is a serious gynecologic cancer and the fifth leading cause of cancer-related deaths among women in the United States.1 To minimize the risk of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) transmission while … Read more

Kristen’s Story: Holding On to Hope

March 25, 2021 3:00 pm

October of 2019, I had my initial tumor removal via an oophorectomy. My oncologist was extremely empathetic and insisted that all measures would be taken to preserve my fertility given my age. However, on November 13, 2019, three weeks following … Read more

Clearity Caregiver’s Week – Denise and Michelle’s Story

February 21, 2021 6:00 pm

Eleven years ago, my wife and I had the rug pulled out from under us. Michelle was diagnosed with ovarian cancer, and we were thrust into a new, alien world—Michelle as patient, and me as caregiver—a role I frankly wasn’t … Read more

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

Proper Staging of Early-Stage Ovarian Cancer Before Treatment Provides Critical Information for Potentially Improved Outcomes

January 5, 2021 6:00 am

A gynecologic oncology expert from the University of California, Davis reviewed early-stage ovarian cancer and the importance of knowing what options are available before, during and after treatment.

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Although patients diagnosed with early-stage ovarian cancer can … Read more

CURE Media Group Bolsters Strategic Alliance Partnership Program With 12 New Partners

December 18, 2020 1:00 pm

The Clearity Foundation is proud to announce its partnership with CURE Media Group, opening up many opportunities for us to reach more women and families who can directly benefit from our services. Specifically, having Clearity’s ovarian cancer experts participate in

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“Love, Loss and Remembering” – A Special Message From Our Executive Director, Hillary Theakston

December 12, 2020 3:00 pm

Dear Clearity Community,

We’re sharing a beautiful and important podcast from Kelly Corrigan with you today –“Love, Loss and Remembering” is now available on the Kelly Corrigan Wonders podcast. While this may not be the best time of year … Read more

Claudia’s Story: Clearity Was My Rock!

November 23, 2020 5:54 pm

Like many women, Claudia knew something wasn’t quite right when she began to experience an unusual pain in her pelvic area and excessive sweating while at work. Later in the night, she ended up in the hospital with emergency surgery, … Read more

Clearity’s Scientific Director, Dr. Deb Zajchowski, Honored as a 2020 Ovarian Cancer Hero

October 14, 2020 4:02 pm

Clearity’s very own, Dr. Deborah Zajchowski, has been announced as a 2020 Ovarian Cancer Hero!

CURE’s Third Annual Ovarian Cancer Heroes® awards program recognizes individuals for their heroic contributions in the field of ovarian cancer. This year’s annual evening of … Read more

CURE Media Group Announces the 2020 Ovarian Cancer Heroes® Winners

October 12, 2020 9:30 am

CURE Media Group, the industry-leading multimedia platform devoted to cancer updates and research that reaches over 1 million patients, has named the winners of its Third Annual Ovarian Cancer Heroes® awards program. The virtual celebration will be held Friday, … 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

The Clearity Foundation Teams Up With Select Justice To Help Families Impacted By Ovarian Cancer

September 13, 2020 9:00 am

When a loved one is diagnosed with ovarian cancer, it has a profound effect on their lives and their families’ lives. As quickly as the patient receives her diagnosis, her family members immediately slip into caregivers’ roles, often without warning Read more

San Diego County Administration Building Turns Teal on Sept. 1

September 1, 2020 7:00 am

San Diego’s Teal Women Honored in Historic Gesture in Support of Ovarian Cancer Survivors

September is National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month and, in recognition, the County of San Diego Administration Center building will be turning its lights the color teal.

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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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