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Bianca Balti Becomes Face of 'Ovaries. Talk About Them' to Support DNA-Based Ovarian Cancer Test

She is using Instagram plus a Camilla & Marc T‑shirt drive to fund research toward an early DNA‑based screening tool described by backers as revolutionary.

Overview

  • Balti announced the testimonial role on August 26 in a post shared with Camilla Freeman‑Topper and Marc Freeman of Camilla and Marc.
  • The campaign directs proceeds from T‑shirt sales to research aimed at developing what organizers call the first DNA‑based early detection test for ovarian cancer.
  • The effort stresses earlier diagnosis for a disease frequently referred to as a silent killer, with supporters saying the test could change outcomes.
  • Balti was diagnosed with stage‑III ovarian cancer after an emergency‑room visit on September 8, 2024, and she is now reported to be in remission.
  • She previously tested positive for a BRCA1 mutation, underwent preventive breast removal, and has reflected on the complex decision she faced about removing her ovaries before her cancer developed.