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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.

Ovarian Cancer Drug Offers Patients Hope - and a Longer Life

August 21st 2019, 12:00am

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In a new study, Zejula (niraparib) has been shown to prolong life for patients with ovarian cancer who have already undergone four or more rounds of chemotherapy.

Lymphadenectomy in Ovarian Cancer: The Case for Staying in Place

August 19th 2019, 10:00pm

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Removing lymph nodes that appear unaffected by ovarian cancer won’t help and might hurt.

Study Asks: Are Women Missing Out on BRCA Testing?

August 13th 2019, 10:00pm

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A recent study found that only a quarter of women with breast cancer and a third of women with ovarian cancer had undergone genetic testing. Memorial Sloan Kettering experts say these numbers are surprisingly low.

Teaching Positivity: An Oncology Nurse Helps a Patient Embrace the Good

July 31st 2019, 1:00am

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One survivor shares how the support of the Cancer Institute at St. Francis and oncology nurse Rose Francucci helped her embrace her cancer journey with positivity.

My Survival Garden: Overcoming Ovarian Cancer

July 30th 2019, 5:45pm

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While recovering from ovarian cancer and chemotherapy, I got it into my head that I needed a garden space. My garden represents not only my physical labor, but also my focus, which is on the future.

Sharing Cancer Stories Is a Meaningful Way to Raise Awareness

July 18th 2019, 9:00pm

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By going public with the details of their cancer journeys, patients and survivors can pave the way for understanding and support.

Limited Cancer-Related Fatigue Regression Highlights Need for Intervention

July 9th 2019, 5:00pm

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While half of women with gynecologic cancer reported experiencing significant fatigue during treatment, only 8% of survivors had symptoms regress without intervention.

FDA Grants Priority Review to Zejula for Late-Stage Ovarian Cancer

June 25th 2019, 8:46pm

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The FDA has granted a priority review designation to a supplemental biologics license application for Zejula for the treatment of certain patients with advanced ovarian, fallopian tube or primary peritoneal cancer.

'Out of the Blue' Diagnosis Linked to a Family History of Cancer Now Empowers Others

June 12th 2019, 5:00pm

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Sue Friedman, founder and executive director of FORCE, discussed how a breast cancer diagnosis at age 33 and a family history of cancer led to the creation of Facing Our Risk of Cancer Empowered.

Choosing Sides: Treatment Decisions for Recurrent Ovarian Cancer Must Consider Side Effects

May 30th 2019, 6:20pm

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Patients with ovarian cancer who experience disease recurrences can have potentially helpful options from a large array of drugs, each of which can bring on side effects. Luckily, doctors have a variety of ways to relieve or prevent these discomforts. At the same time, scientists are working to develop new treatments that may be both efficacious and easier for patients to tolerate.