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OCNA Annual Conference

The 12th Annual Ovarian Cancer National Alliance "Celebration of Life" Conference is July 6-8, 2009 and Lobby Day on Capitol Hill is July 9, 2009. We encourage all of you to use our Inspire group to discuss the various events and activities, share personal experiences from previous years, find a roommate and more! Also, stay tuned for discussions from the Ovarian Cancer National Alliance staff about Lobby Day on Capitol Hill, the new "Legacy Corner" campaign, updates on the Clinical Trails Forum and a frequent Questions & Answer session. If you would like to speak with a staff person directly about the Conference, please contact Liz Bauer, Events Director for the Ovarian Cancer National Alliance, by phone at 202-331-1332 or conference@ovariancancer.org.

Save the Date! 13th Annual Ovarian Cancer National Alliance Conference

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  • By OCNA_Events · New reply November 3, 2009
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  • The 13th Annual Ovarian Cancer National Alliance Conference will be July 10-12th, 2010 with Lobby Day July 13, 2010. The Conference will be in Washington, D.C. at the Omni Shoreham Hotel. To purchase ...

Cramping

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  • By rose408 · New reply October 9, 2009
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  • Hello Ladies, After my surgery on July 24th right ovary and fallopian tube removed I have been feeling a lot of cramping. I was diagnosed with Granulosa Cell Tumor. I did not have chemo; my doctor is ...

Help

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  • By rose408 · New reply October 3, 2009
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  • Hello ladies, I am 29 years old and a few months ago my ob-gyn found a mass of my right ovary (never felt any symptoms). On July 24th they performed a laparoscopy to biopsy the mass, once in surgery they ...

OCNA Conference Presentations Now Available

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  • By OCNA_Events · New reply August 27, 2009
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  • The 12th Annual Ovarian Cancer National Alliance Conference opened its doors to hundreds of ovarian cancer patients, survivors, advocates, friends and caregivers in the nation's capitol. This year's Conference ...

How can we get information from the conference last week

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  • By Gia · New reply July 14, 2009
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  • For those of us who would have liked to attend the conference but could not for any number of reason, it would be so helpful to find out "What was said about clinical trials, therapies, etc." For those ...

Roll call for the Conference

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  • By hinsopa · New reply July 12, 2009
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  • Let's get a list of who's coming! Maybe just first names so we'll recognize our nametags? I'll start. I'm looking forward to meeting you all. Patsy in NC ...

OCNA 12th Annual Conference

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  • By cmcgrady · New reply July 6, 2009
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  • Roommates?? Lunchmates?? Lets make arrangements to meet when we get there... cheryl meghansmessage.com ...

Anyone need a roommate at the Omni?

MariaDe
  • By MariaDe · New reply July 5, 2009
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  • I'll be there... does anyone want to share a room at the Omni? I have it booked by myself and the rent for the week is steep alone! email me at prohats@hotmail.com Maria DeMichele ...

Our Numbers - How many of us a month - Are joining this group?

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  • By Laniphil54 · New reply June 30, 2009
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  • I have been on this site since Sept or Oct 08. I was just going through the members and looking at the ages, where we are from and the incredible number of us joining for answers, information or just ...

A Note From CEO, Karen Orloff Kaplan

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  • By OCNA_Washingon_DC · Posted June 26, 2009
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  • Dear Ovarian Cancer Community Member: The Ovarian Cancer National Alliance is dedicated to saving the lives of women who have or will have ovarian cancer by being the foremost advocate in the United States ...

Only A Few More Days to Receive Hotel Discount For Conference!

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  • By OCNA_Washingon_DC · New reply June 12, 2009
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  • The Conference is being held at the beautiful Omni Shoreham Hotel and there is a Discounted Conference Hotel Rate of $189/night that will be honored until Monday, June 15th. The room rate after the 15th ...

Top 10 Reasons to Join Us for the 12th Annual OCNA Conference in DC

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  • By OCNA_Washingon_DC · Posted June 3, 2009
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  • Are you still wondering if you should attend this year's Ovarian Cancer National Alliance 12th Annual Conference in Washington, D.C.? Here are 10 reasons why you shouldn't wait any longer and register ...

Important Deadline Notices for the 12th Annual Conference

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  • By OCNA_Washingon_DC · New reply June 1, 2009
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  • IMPORTANT DEADLINE NOTICES This is the last week to take advantage of the Conference discounted registration rate. Also coming up are the deadlines to receive discounts for your hotel room and to sign-up ...

Agenda for the 12th Annual Conference July 6th- 9th

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  • By OCNA_Washingon_DC · Posted June 1, 2009
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  • Monday, July 6, 2009 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Meet with the CEO of the Ovarian Cancer National Alliance Karen Orloff Kaplan, Ovarian Cancer National Alliance CEO 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Pre-Conference Welcome ...

12th Annual Conference is now on Facebook

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  • By OCNA_Washingon_DC · Posted May 29, 2009
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  • Learn more about our conference & who's attending! http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#/event .php?eid=88920696635 ...

July 6-8, 2009: OCNA 12th Annual "Celebration of Life" Conference

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  • By OCNA_Events · New reply May 28, 2009
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  • If ever there was a time to be in Washington, DC, it’s NOW! SAVE THE DATE 12th Annual Ovarian Cancer National Alliance “Celebration of Life” Conference July 6 – 8, 2009 ■ Omni Shoreham Hotel ■ Washington ...

Don't Miss Early Registration for $50 Off Regular Fee!

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  • By OCNA_Washingon_DC · Posted May 21, 2009
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  • This is the year to be in Washington, D.C. and attend the 12th Annual Ovarian Cancer National Alliance Conference. The discounted rates and registration deadlines for the Conference are approaching. Please ...

Join Our New Addition to the OCNA Annual Conference: The Legacy Corner

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  • By OCNA_Washingon_DC · Posted May 18, 2009
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  • This year, the Ovarian Cancer National Alliance 12th Annual Conference theme is "Celebration of Life" and new programs are being introduced including a designated reception area called "Legacy Corner ...

Scholarships for the OCNA 12th Annual Conference in Washington, DC!

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  • By OCNA_Washingon_DC · Posted May 7, 2009
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  • CONFERENCE SCHOLARSHIPS The Ovarian Cancer National Alliance 12th Annual Conference is still a few months away, but it's time to act NOW if you are interested in applying for the limited number of scholarships ...

OCNA's 12th Annual Celebration of Life in Washington,DC

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  • By OCNA_Washingon_DC · New reply April 25, 2009
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  • Join Us in a Celebration of Life! The Ovarian Cancer National Alliance's annual conference is about you, and the part you play in helping to find a cure. It's about empowering you to use your story, your ...

OCNA: @JanetJackson ABC Special with Janet Jackson tonight at 10:00pm EST http://www.ovariancancer.org/2009/11/18/abc-special-with-janet-jackson/

OCNA: You are invited to our Virtual Holiday Dinner Party! http://www.ovariancancer.org/party/

OCNA: We want to serve our community better. Please help us by taking a quick moment to fill out this survey. Thanks! http://tinyurl.com/yg634a4

OCNA: Kathy Bates opens up about her struggle with ovarian cancer (The Commercial Appeal) ... http://tinyurl.com/yj72xa5

OCNA: Nov.16 ice-skating show! Look for us at our booth as we continue to raise awareness of ovarian cancer Get tixs http://tinyurl.com/yf72hkm

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