Ovarian cancer – the deadliest women’s cancer – has no early detection test or universal means of prevention.
This spring, a group of ovarian cancer survivors, medical providers and caregivers will trek to the rooftop of the world to put the first ovarian cancer survivors ever on the 29,029 foot summit.
We strive to raise 2.9 million dollars for ovarian cancer prevention and early detection research and awareness.
I feel an immense pull to bring awareness to women everywhere about Ovarian cancer. I was diagnosed and treated in 2019 and it was the hardest journey of my life. I was only 44 years old and hearing the word cancer shattered my world. The journey included chemotherapy, radiation, surgical procedures, and trips to the emergency room as well as a prolonged hospitalization. For three months I was in a hospital bed in my living room where sitting up was a painful struggle. Through recovery and connecting with LEWK and other survivors, I found an inner strength as "my" story is the story of many women. I was blessed to have listened to my body when I felt something was wrong and this wonderful team, including Dr. Joanie Hope, saved my life. Now it's my turn to give back and hopefully, my story will help others. I am ready to add to my Ovarian cancer journey to help bring awareness as a survivor of this deadly disease.