E DU CAT IO N & AWAR E NE SS
In 2013/2014,
the NOCC hosted
88
TEAL SEPTEMBER
AWARENESS EVENTS
nationwide.
“National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month”
Every year, the presiding United States President proclaims the month
of September “National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month.” During
September, as well as throughout the year, the NOCC is actively
engaged in hosting and coordinating a wide variety of awareness
initiatives. These including health fairs, speaker’s bureau presentations,
and public service announcements, working tirelessly to share the key
message: “Take Early Action and Live®” (TEAL). The TEAL Initiative
events inform, motivate, and EMPOWER COMMUNITY.
In 2013/2014,
the NOCC delivered
168
PRESENTATIONS
nationwide.
Speaker’s Bureau Presentations
The NOCC delivers presentations across the country to educate
audiences about ovarian cancer. Speakers share information about
symptoms and treatments, as well as inform how to become involved
with NOCC through the many local chapters across the country.
Presentations are hosted at a variety of venues, including the
workplace, community associations, and conferences.
In 2013/2014, the NOCC
participated in
338
HEALTH FAIRS
nationwide.
In 2013/2014,
the NOCC distributed
575,268
PIECES OF LITERATURE
and ovarian cancer
awareness items.
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Health Fairs
NOCC Chapters participate in community awareness and education
events across the country throughout the year. These events enable
us to educate women, their loved ones and caregivers, as well as the
healthcare community.
Educational Literature & Community
NOCC is the national leader in the production and distribution of
educational literature about ovarian cancer, treatment and quality
of life issues.