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CURE’s ovarian cancer page is a go-to resource for oncology news and updates in the world of ovarian cancer Here, readers will find cancer articles, videos, podcasts, and more with expert insight into the latest treatments and research in ovarian cancer.

The Return of Spring is a Reminder That the Rough Days of Cancer Will Pass

March 17th 2022, 5:29pm

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The season of spring represents new awakenings for me, and this year, I’m determined to bring an air of positivity to my life and my cancer experience.

How I Get Through Cancer Survivorship When the Dark Days Take Over

March 8th 2022, 6:00pm

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While a recent health scare ruined a family vacation, I vowed to keep making plans and always look ahead to brighter days.

New App Aims to Improve the Lives of ‘Core of Our Health Care System’ — Cancer Caregivers

February 28th 2022, 10:00pm

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When caregivers — considered by many to be an essential part of a patient’s care team — have the tools they need to care for themselves and their loved ones, cancer outcomes can be better, too.

Trametinib Represents a ‘Major Advance’ for Rare Ovarian Cancer Subtype

February 10th 2022, 10:00pm

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The MEK inhibitor trametinib should be considered a new standard of care for patients with a rare subtype of ovarian cancer, explains an expert from The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.

My Experience Enrolling in a Cancer Clinical Trial: The Verdict Is ‘Yes’

January 26th 2022, 6:00pm

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A patient with ovarian cancer describes how she enrolled in a clinical trial, and how it has given her a renewed sense of hope that she may find a successful treatment option.

Louie Anderson Dies After Lymphoma Diagnosis, Tennis Star Chris Evert Shares Ovarian Cancer Diagnosis

January 21st 2022, 4:05pm

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From the death of comedian Louie Anderson after he was hospitalized for cancer treatment to former world No.1 tennis player Chris Evert’s ovarian cancer diagnosis, here’s what’s happening in the cancer landscape this week.

Regardless of How Many New Year’s Resolutions People Make, A Patient With Cancer Advises Advocating for Oneself

January 5th 2022, 6:00pm

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After a challenging year due to COVID-19 and rising blood test numbers, a woman living with ovarian cancer shares on what she’s learned and how she’s approaching 2022.

I Regret Not Recognizing My Sister's Ovarian Cancer Symptoms Sooner

December 2nd 2021, 6:00pm

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A prostate cancer survivor explains his regret over not pushing his sister to visit the doctor as soon as she showed concerning symptoms, which were eventually revealed to be the stage 4 ovarian cancer that took her life.

Frequent Use of Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy May Further Benefit Patients With Advanced Ovarian Cancer

November 30th 2021, 10:00pm

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Treatment programs that often use neoadjuvant chemotherapy as a strategy may help prolong survival in patients with advanced ovarian cancer compared with those that infrequently used the tactic, which may reassure patients and providers.

Drug Has ‘Potential to Redefine the Standard of Care’ for Ovarian Cancer Subset

November 30th 2021, 8:00pm

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Mirvetuximab soravtansine had promising response rates and tolerability in patients with pretreated folate receptor alpha-high platinum-resistant ovarian cancer.