Welcome to OVdialogue

Welcome to the OVdialogue community. Ovarian Cancer Canada is here to support you in living with your diagnosis by connecting you to information and community. OVdialogue is a safe space, accessible 24/7 for you to connect with others who have an ovarian cancer diagnosis, inquire and share thoughts and feelings you are experiencing, discuss recurrences, and more.

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Welcome to OVdialogue, we hope this space provides support and comfort during your journey. We are here to help. Click the link below to check out the community guidelines, tips on how to get started, and more.

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Welcome back to your space, the community is here to connect. This is your space to ask a new question, share information, add encouragement and support to others. Dive right back into the conversations by clicking the link below.

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Are you looking for an answer on something specific? Do you have an experience to share? Type a keyword below to find conversations on the specific topics, experiences, treatment options or feelings to find related conversations.

OVdialogue Categories

The categories on OVdialogue link similar discussion topics together so you can quickly and easily find and share information. Not sure what you’re looking for? Check out these recent categories.

Anything but Cancer
Genetics
Side Effects
Treatment
Introductions
Encouragement and Support
Resources
Life after Treatment
Health Practices and Wellbeing
Lifestyle, tools for coping and improving your wellbeing.
News & Events
This category includes news and upcoming events of interest to the ovarian cancer community across Canada.
Just want to talk
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General discussions

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Announcements

TEAL THURSDAYS - Sign in and CLICK HERE TO ENTER LIVE DAYTIME ONLINE CHAT (1pm EST)
We're excited to welcome you to Teal Thursdays, a DAYTIME version of the Tuesday evening online chat that is becoming more and more popular as a way to connect with each other real-time. Starting Thursday July 30th, join us weekly at 1:00 pm EST to engage with each other on hot topics, share information and experience,…
Patient input needed by December 5th to help bring ELAHERE to Canada
If you or someone you know has taken the drug ELAHERE (mirvetuximab-soravtansine) and are interested in taking part in a 20-minute interview with OCC staff so that your experience with this treatment can be considered in the drug approval process in Canada, please contact Alexandria Tadman, atadman@ovariancanada.org by…
Let's get started! Come and introduce yourself
Hi, Welcome to OVdialogue! I'm Fearless, aka Kathi, a survivor and the new moderator of this community for women living with ovarian cancer. Marilyn, our original moderator and staff member at OCC has since retired. Feel free to reach out to me if you have any questions about the site or issues navigating it. I do check my…
Research study: Looking for participants
This is to inform you of a research study about ovarian cancer maintenance therapy in Canada. This study is conducted by Broadstreet HEOR on behalf of GlaxoSmithKline (also called “GSK”). GSK is a company that discovers and makes vaccines, medicines, and other healthcare products. Ovarian Cancer Canada is committed to…
Call for Participants – Trametinib
Ovarian Cancer Canada has received a request from Canada’s Drug Agency (CDA) to connect with patient advocates who have lived experience with taking the drug trametinib. The CDA’s Formulary Management Expert Committee are reviewing the drug for its effectiveness and impact on patient quality of life. We are looking for a…

Recent Discussions

Primary Peritoneal Cancer
Hello, I am new here and have been diagnosed with stage 3C Primary Peritoneal Cancer. So far I have been through 4 cycles of chemo and cytoreductive surgery. More chemo is planned for 2025 as there are still active cells present. Any other PPC teal sisters on here? I have been told it is very rare
HGSOC with BRCA negative and no HRD
Hi, I am posting this to encourage those who fall into the HGSOC with BRCA negative and no HRD to respond. I would like to hear your stories. My reason for this post is to learn what others with this type of OV are experiencing. While HGSOC is the most prevalent form of OV, approximately 50% of HGSOC patients are BRCA…
Treatment Options and Princess Margaret Clinical Trials
I previously had two rounds of Carboplatin and Paclitaxel (6 cycles each) which were quite effective, but unfortunately the disease came back the first time after 6 months and the second time after only 3 months. I am now undergoing the combination treatment of Caelyx and Avastin but am not sure this is proving to be…
TEAL THURSDAYS - Sign in and CLICK HERE TO ENTER LIVE DAYTIME ONLINE CHAT (1pm EST)
We're excited to welcome you to Teal Thursdays, a DAYTIME version of the Tuesday evening online chat that is becoming more and more popular as a way to connect with each other real-time. Starting Thursday July 30th, join us weekly at 1:00 pm EST to engage with each other on hot topics, share information and experience,…
Let me introduce myself
Hello everyone, I'm Joan from Vancouver Island. II was just recently diagnosed and I am waiting for an appointment with the oncologist on October 18th. In the meantime I could really use some feedback on how common or unusual my symptoms are and suggestions on how to manage them. I initially thought I had an issue with my…

Teal Thursdays

Join us on Thursdays at 1pm ET for Teal Thursday, an online chat to connect with each other in real time. You’ll chat about topics of interest, share experiences, and maybe have a giggle or two, help wipe away someone’s tears or just fluff out our tutus and dance the day away. Hope to ‘see’ you there.

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Educational Resources

Looking for more information? Click here to go to the Ovarian Cancer Canada website to find resources, past presentations and more from ovarian cancer experts and Teal Sisters.

Educational resources and videos

Patient Resource Guide

You are not alone. Did you know: Ovarian Cancer Canada has a variety of support resources, including the Understanding ovarian cancer: A comprehensive patient guide to support your journey. This free guide is available in print or electronically. Order yours today.

Ovarian Cancer Canada Guides

Upcoming events

Ovarian Cancer Canada programs are accessible coast to coast to coast, ranging from one-to-one support, educational events, research forums, Teal Tea gatherings ad more. Check out the events coming up by clicking the link below.

Upcoming events