Fighting Ovarian Cancer with Animal Passion

Ovarian Cancer Symptom Awareness Organization: Fighting ovarian cancer with animal passion

This weekend, the Ovarian Cancer Symptom Awareness Organization (OCSA) and the Illinois State Veterinary Medical Association (ISVMA) launched an innovative new awareness program, the OCSA Veterinary Outreach Program, whose mission is "fighting ovarian cancer with animal passion," and seeks to engage and collaborate with the veterinary community members who have immediate access to individuals already included to discuss health issues in their presence.

ISVMA members have reported that "clients talking about their pet's health often feel comfortable talking to to the  veterinarian about their own health concerns.  This program provides that veterinarian with an easy transition into difficult concerns and conversations.  Raising awareness about this silent killer and saving lives will be the goal of the OSCA Veterinary Outreach Program.  The collaboration and exchange of information can ultimately help save lives," said Peter Weber, executive director, Illinois State Veterinary Medical Association.

Though the program will focus on raising awareness about the often-missed symptoms of ovarian cancer, OCSA also announced a new veterinary medicine scholarship program that will award three $5000 scholarships starting in 2013.  Current second- and third-year Illinois veterinary students are eligible to apply.


For more information, visit http://www.ovariancancersymptomawareness.org