TAKING OVARIAN CANCER TO THE MAT By Sue Van Der Hout

Stop silent killers.

Ovarian cancer is a disease that invades the body almost undetected, as the signs and symptoms are subtle. Seven out of ten women do not survive this disease. All women are at risk; regardless of age, ethnicity and socio-economic background. Presently, there is no reliable early detection test. Education and awareness are the best tools for improving survival.

The National Ovarian Cancer Association (NOCA), dedicated to overcoming ovarian cancer, was founded in 1997. In 2001, NOCA launched the Celebrate the Women in Our Lives luncheon. This month it hosted its 6th Annual Celebrate the Women in Our Lives luncheon, featuring a discussion moderated by Patricia Lovett-Reid, Senior Vice President, TD Waterhouse, author, and host of ROBTv MoneyTalk. A panel comprised of an ovarian cancer survivor, a medical practitioner and a corporate leader will share their opinions, messages and personal experiences.

Join the Celebrate the Women in Our Lives luncheon. It´s time for ladies to lunch. www.ovariancanada.org

Celebrate the Women in Our Lives 6th Annual Reception & Luncheon In support of the National Ovarian Cancer Association Thursday, May 24, 2007 Toronto Marriott Eaton Centre 525 Bay Street, Grand Ballroom Master of Ceremonies: Suhana Meharchand Host, CBC News Today This year, we are proud to introduce a panel of speakers moderated by: Patricia Lovett-Reid, Senior Vice President, TD Waterhouse Canada Inc. Panel members will include: David Livingston, President & CEO, Infrastructure Ontario Pat McDonald, Ovarian Cancer Survivor Each of our panel members will speak to their personal and professional experiences in dealing with ovarian cancer. They will offer their unique viewpoints to bring attention to the disease, provide answers and educate our audience with important knowledge that even today represents our most effective tool in early detection. For Sponsorship Opportunities, please contact Janice Chan at jchan@ovariancanada.org Order tickets online at www.ovariancanada.org by mail: NOCA, 101 - 145 Front Street E., Toronto, Ontatio M5B 1E3 or by phone: 416-962-2700 ext 226 and toll-free 1-877-413-7970 ext. 226

25.06.2007

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