Janet Rigdon Honorary Fund (JRHF) – named for the woman who inspired the Menopause The Musical Out Loud™ Tour to benefit ovarian cancer. The JRHF is designed to serve as a source of valuable information on health and life issues confronting women.

The Jeanie C. Linders Fund® is proud to have a fund named after Ms. Rigdon who currently resides in South Carolina. She bravely continues her battle with the disease as she serves as the Executive Director of the South Carolina Ovarian Cancer Foundation. She has a strong life force and is a true inspiration to all who meet her.

Guidelines

• Presented to nonprofit organizations for programs designed for women
• Must be a registered 501(c)3 or 509(a) with the Internal Revenue Service
• Prior to applying for this fund, applicants must provide financial statements for an 18-month period
• Designed to serve as a source of funding in the areas of business development, arts and culture, personal growth, health issues, and education

Know the Warning Signs
If you have a combination or any of these symptoms for more than three weeks, and they are unusual for you, please see a health care professional:

• Abdominal bloating or discomfort
• Increased abdominal size or clothes fitting tighter around your waist
• Increased or urgent need to urinate
• Pelvic pain

Additional signs and symptoms women may experience include:

• Persistent gas, indigestion or nausea
• Unexplained changes in bowel habits, including diarrhea or constipation
• Unexplained weight loss or gain
• Loss of appetite
• Feeling full quickly during or after a meal
• Pain during sexual intercourse
• A persistent lack of energy
• Lower back pain
• Shortness of breath

Symptoms are often associated with the location of a tumor and its impact on the surrounding organs. They tend to be non-specific and can mimic non-gynecologic conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome, etc. Many of us experience these symptoms from time to time — do not be alarmed.

Take action and consult a healthcare professional if any symptoms persist or feel abnormal. Experts recommend a pelvic/rectal exam, a transvaginal sonogram, and a CA 125 blood test. Pap tests rarely detect ovarian cancer.

For more information visit: www.SCOvarianCancer.org

100% of all fan sales and a portion of the merchandise sales benefit the
Jeanie C. Linders Fund®, the service organization of Menopause The Musical®