SEPTEMBER is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month.
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Our unique one-strand Ovarian Cancer Bracelet is made with large blue zircon Swarovski crystals and Bali silver beads.
You can promote ovarian cancer awareness by wearing our simple, but elegant Ovarian Cancer Bracelet. Our Ovarian Cancer Bracelet is the perfect gift for a ovarian cancer survivor or to commemorate a loved one who lost their fight with ovarian cancer.
What is Ovarian Cancer?
Ovarian cancer is very aggressive. It is the fifth most common cancer in women. It is diagnosed in more than 25,000 women in the United States each year, and approximately 16,000 women die of the disease annually. The median age is 56, but it has been seen in women as young as 22. Classic symptoms include a bloated or enlarged abdomen, urinary urgency, constipation and/or diarrhea. It is most often misdiagnosed as Irritable Bowel Syndrome.
The CA-125 Blood Test is a simple test that detects ovarian cancer. While many doctors offices and even insurance companies will tell you they have never heard of it, if pressed, the test is covered by insurance. If you are experiencing the above symptoms, do not take "no" for an answer.
How can I reduce my risk of ovarian cancer?
-Use of oral contraceptives
-Having at least one child
-Breast-feeding a child for a year or longer
-Tubal ligation or hysterectomy
Eating well, managing stress and exercise are all great ways to promote your overall health and combat ovarian cancer.
Support ovarian cancer awareness by purchasing an Ovarian Cancer Bracelet today.
** Each Ovarian Cancer Bracelet comes with a flat awareness ribbon charm. If you would like a 3-D awareness ribbon charm instead, please make a note in the "Special Instructions" box. **
