Joan McCabe lived in Connecticut all her life and surrounded herself with her beloved family and hundreds of friends. Joan was the ultimate lover of life and was passionate about everything she did. She was always busy and when not traveling, you could commonly find her swimming, socializing, beading, digging in her perennial garden, volunteering her time, enjoying a ride on her motorcycle, or knitting in her cozy sunroom. Joan was a seven-year survivor of Ovarian Cancer who passed away at the young age of only 62 in April, 2010. She worked throughout her battle to create awareness and raise funds that would benefit other ovarian cancer patients by making bracelets and talking to everyone she knew about the symptoms of Ovarian Cancer. Known for her big smile and positive spirit, she was “best friend” to many and a strong role model for the hundreds of people she met over her lifetime. Throughout her battle with this silent killer, Joan never complained about the hundreds of doctor visits, or the aches, pains and concerns for the future she must have had. Always upbeat and ambitious, she gave ovarian cancer a real fight – she continued working full time, remained active in volunteerism, and enjoyed her life to the fullest extent without missing a beat. Her dedication, courage and strength has been an inspiration to so many that she touched and, has made us all stronger.
Ovarian Cancer Statistics:
- OVC is the most deadly of all gynecological cancers
- appx 21,000 women are diagnosed annually
- appx 15,000 women lose their battle with the disease annually
- There is a genetic and familial link with breast, uterine and prostate cancers
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-Women are often misdiagnosed with a non-terminal illness, wasting valuable time
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-OVC is often not detected until it has progressed to an advanced stage (Stage III)
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