TEAL is the color for ovarian cancer, and September is National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. Many of the blogs that will be forthcoming this month will be about ovarian cancer. Every female of all ages, as well as those individuals who are or could be their care partners, will benefit from each blog.
T.E.A.L. Tell Every Amazing Lady about ovarian cancer.
Please note that I say female rather than woman. If you have or ever had ovaries, you are at risk, including those who have had a hysterectomy.
Knowledge about every cancer and disease is important. I am a 12-year survivor of ovarian cancer, and I am fortunate to have lived with this disease as long as I have. I say that because:
The American Cancer Society predicts that in 2020, about 21,750 women will be diagnosed, and 13,940 will die. Putting that into perspective, here are a few cities with populations of about 20,000:
- Farmington, MN 21,086
- Christiansburg, VA 21,041
- Forest Grove, OR 21, 083
You will read stories from and about other survivors. I will also introduce some new drugs, ongoing research, surgical techniques, and HOPE. Ovarian cancer is a challenge, but the more each woman knows and acts upon its symptoms the better. To end on a positive note, there are approximately 250,000 survivors in the U.S. today.
For the entire month of September, I will be offering free copies of my paperback book, Outshine: An Ovarian Cancer Memoir. To receive your free copy, send me your name and address in the “contact” section of my website. This information will remain confidential. A symptom card will be included in each book.
Your comments are appreciated. Your questions are welcome. Thank you.
KAREN INGALLS, AUTHOR, BLOGGER & SURVIVOR 
Karen, thank you so much for this informative and important post. You and I are members of a club we didn’t want to join. I am a survivor of almost ten years. Every day is a gift!
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Every day is truly a gift so we must live each moment to its fullest with love. Thank you for sharing.
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I read your book a while ago, Karen. I think I should go back and refresh my mind on it again. And thank you, for making this awareness a yearly event. I believe that survival made you stronger!
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Thank you, Joy. I am stronger as a survivor and being strong helped me to become a survivor.
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I’m glad you keep promoting what to look for, Karen. My daughters friend was diagnosed with this cancer and I immediately recommended your book, which my daughter sent her. Your book and you are such a blessing. Xo
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I pray that your daughter’s friend is doing well. Thank you for sharing my book with her.
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Thanks for the TEAL post… Sharing!
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Bette, I appreciate your sharing this blog and its information with others. Thank you.
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Thank you, dear Karen. Your journey continues to inspire me, and throughout my sister’s ordeal with breast cancer, you kept coming to mind. Cancer is an awful diagnosis and recovery is demanding. Your book and stories put a face on it for me and made the thousands of women real. Blessings! ♥
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Thank you for your kind words, Gwen. As awful as cancer is, there is much self-growth that can come from the experience and people you meet.
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*Karen, it’s Teal Time for me, first thing, every morning as I have my quiet spiritual time and your Teal Prayer Square is part of the process.* *Stan *
On Wed, Sep 2, 2020 at 6:09 AM KAREN INGALLS, AUTHOR, BLOGGER & SURVIVOR wrote:
> karenringalls posted: ” TEAL is the color for ovarian cancer, and > September is National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. Many of the blogs > that will be forthcoming this month will be about ovarian cancer. Every > female of all ages, as well as those individuals who are or could be” >
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The Teal Prayer Square is helpful and meaningful for many. I am glad it means a lot to you also. Thanks for sharing.
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Thank you for educating me about teal month, Karen. I was unaware, but will look forward to reading the important information you’ll be sharing. Your own story is so remarkable!
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I hope the information I have shared and will continue to share will be of benefit to you and other females. Thank you for your support.
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Thank you Karen for being such an amazing advocate for all gyn cancer patients.
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I am glad to do what I can. My thanks to you also for all that you do to increase awareness, celebrate, and inspire.
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You are such an inspiration, Karen. I will be sharing your message throughout the month!
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Jan, the fact that you will be sharing the information throughout the month is greatly appreciated. THANK YOU.
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