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ST. LOUIS - St. Louis Ovarian Cancer Awareness (SLOCA) is ramping up efforts to educate the public on ovarian cancer’s impact this September, National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. Now in its 20th year of service, the organization will be hosting community events throughout September and October that serve as an invitation to community members, and women, in particular, to attend and learn about the four most common symptoms (“Watch 4 the Signs”), support those battling ovarian cancer and remember loved ones, and help fund ovarian cancer research. Overall signs and symptoms of ovarian cancer may include: Abdominal bloating or swelling. Quickly feeling full when eating. Weight loss. Discomfort in the pelvic area. Fatigue. Back pain. Changes in bowel habits, such as constipation. A frequent need to urinate. SLOCA is the only nonprofit in Missouri devoted solely to ovarian cancer awareness and survivor support. The organization was founded in 2002 by

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