Boston Marathon · 2027

Every mile
for her.

I’m running Boston in memory of my sister, Margarita—and turning every training mile into support, awareness and hope for families facing ovarian cancer.

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Margarita and her brother Juan together at a celebration
Margarita Maria Koblasz1969–2026

Together, already

$15,000 raised

Our goal is $50,000 for the National Ovarian Cancer Coalition through Team Teal. In 2025, this community helped me raise $30,000. This time, we’re carrying Margarita with us—and aiming even higher.

$15K raisedGoal: $50K
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The reason

This time,
it’s personal.

Margarita was my sister, a mother, a professor, a lawyer—and the kind of person whose strength filled a room.

Ovarian cancer took her from us in 2026. Running cannot change that. But it can keep her name moving forward, help another family feel less alone and fund the education and support that too many people discover only after a diagnosis.

Boston 2027 will be more than a marathon. It will be 26.2 miles of remembrance, gratitude and stubborn hope.

— Juan

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Know the signs

Awareness starts before a diagnosis.

Ovarian-cancer symptoms can be easy to dismiss. What matters is noticing when something is new, persistent or simply not normal for you.

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Bloating

Persistent abdominal swelling or pressure.

02

Pelvic or abdominal pain

Discomfort that is new or does not go away.

03

Feeling full quickly

Difficulty eating or a noticeable change in appetite.

04

Urinary changes

New urgency or needing to go more often.

12×

If these symptoms occur more than twelve times in a month, the American Cancer Society recommends talking with a doctor. These symptoms do not necessarily mean cancer—but persistent changes deserve attention.

03

Research worth following

Progress begins with questions.

We’ll share ovarian cancer research here as new stories emerge. These links are for learning and are not medical advice.

Michigan State University · June 24, 2026

How ovarian cancer resists chemotherapy—and a possible way to reverse it

MSU researchers identified a protein linked to resistance to common chemotherapy drugs. Blocking it restored drug sensitivity in laboratory models; researchers are now exploring whether the finding can lead to new treatments.

Read the MSU story

Looking for studies open to participants? Explore ovarian cancer clinical trials

For you and your family

Help & resources

Start here for support, family history information and clear answers about screening.

National Ovarian Cancer Coalition

Find support

Explore NOCC programs and resources for people affected by ovarian cancer and their caregivers.

Visit NOCC support services

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Understand family risk

Learn how family history and genetic counseling can inform a conversation with your healthcare provider.

Read about genetic testing

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Get the screening facts

See what screening tests can and cannot do, and when to discuss symptoms with a doctor.

Read the CDC guidance
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The road ahead

Orlando to Boston.
One mile at a time.

Follow the training, the hard mornings, the fundraising milestones and the people whose stories keep this mission moving.

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