About Ovarcome
Ovarcome: Empowering Women to Overcome Ovarian Cancer
Ovarian cancer is a silent killer that affects thousands of women every year. It is the fifth leading cause of cancer deaths among women, and it often goes undetected until it has reached an advanced stage. The statistics are alarming, but there is hope. Ovarcome is a non-profit organization that aims to empower women to overcome ovarian cancer through education, awareness, and support.
Inspired by the simple philosophy of support, love, and celebration of life, Ovarcome was founded in 2013 by Runsi Sen and her husband Dr. Shashi Kumar. Runsi was diagnosed with ovarian cancer in 2009 at the age of 30. She underwent surgery and chemotherapy but found that there were few resources available for young women like herself who were facing this disease.
Runsi's experience inspired her to create Ovarcome as a platform for advocacy and support for ovarian cancer patients and survivors. The organization's mission is to raise awareness about ovarian cancer, provide education about early detection and treatment options, offer emotional support to patients and their families, fund research into new treatments for the disease.
Ovarcome's programs include patient advocacy services such as financial assistance for medical bills; educational resources such as webinars on topics related to ovarian cancer; survivorship programs such as retreats where survivors can connect with each other; fundraising events such as walks/runs/cycling events etc., which help raise funds for research into new treatments.
One of the unique aspects of Ovarcome's approach is its focus on empowering patients through education about their disease. The organization provides information about treatment options so that patients can make informed decisions about their care. It also offers emotional support through peer-to-peer mentoring programs where survivors can connect with each other.
Another important aspect of Ovarcome's work is its commitment to raising awareness about ovarian cancer among healthcare providers and the general public. The organization works with medical professionals to ensure that they are up-to-date on the latest research and treatment options for ovarian cancer. It also conducts outreach programs in schools, community centers, and other venues to educate women about the signs and symptoms of ovarian cancer.
Ovarcome's impact has been significant. Since its founding, the organization has helped hundreds of women with ovarian cancer access treatment and support services. It has also raised awareness about the disease among healthcare providers, policymakers, and the general public.
In addition to its work in patient advocacy and education, Ovarcome is also committed to funding research into new treatments for ovarian cancer. The organization partners with leading researchers around the world to support innovative approaches to treating this disease.
Ovarcome's vision is a world free from the scourge of ovarian cancer. To achieve this goal, it will continue its work in patient advocacy, education, survivorship programs as well as fundraising events that help raise funds for research into new treatments.
In conclusion, Ovarcome is an inspiring example of how one woman's experience with ovarian cancer can lead to a powerful movement for change. Through its commitment to patient advocacy services such as financial assistance for medical bills; educational resources such as webinars on topics related to ovarian cancer; survivorship programs such as retreats where survivors can connect with each other; fundraising events such as walks/runs/cycling events etc., which help raise funds for research into new treatments - Ovarcome is empowering women all over the world who are facing this disease. Its mission is simple yet profound: support love celebration life!