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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.

One Previvor's Journey With a BRCA Mutation

October 19th 2018, 11:58pm

Article

Eva Moon, a writer, musician and performing artist, discusses her genetic mutation and how it changed the direction of her life.

Illuminating Ovarian Cancer

October 18th 2018, 5:00pm

Podcast

In this episode of CURE Talks Cancer, we caught up with all three storytellers from the “Our Way Forward: Stories that Illuminate the Ovarian Cancer Experience,” storytelling event hosted through a special engagement with The Moth.

Daily Aspirin Use Could Reduce Ovarian Cancer Risk and Improve Survival

October 14th 2018, 4:00pm

Article

New research indicates that aspirin and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen (Advil) or naproxen (Aleve) could not only reduce the risk of ovarian cancer, but also improve survival with daily use.

Know Your Family's Health History

October 12th 2018, 10:00pm

Article

After testing positive for the BRCA mutation, Pulaski has become an advocate and authored a book titled “Mom’s Genes,” which focuses on starting the conversation with children about their family’s health history.

Evening of Storytelling Speaks to Future of Cancer Research

October 9th 2018, 5:34pm

Article

Three storytellers offered their experiences with BRCA mutation at a Basser Center for BRCA event in New York City.

Knowing Your Hereditary Risk

October 1st 2018, 12:20am

Podcast

In this special edition of the CURE Talks Cancer podcast, we kick off National Hereditary Breast and Ovarian Cancer Week and Previvor Day.

Hope Remains for Immunotherapy in Ovarian Cancer

September 26th 2018, 7:29pm

Article

Although immunotherapy’s use in ovarian cancer lags other cancer types, Matthew Powell, M.D., believes there is still promise for checkpoint blockades in this field, likely in combination with other agents.

The Cost of Ovarian Cancer Prevention

September 24th 2018, 9:36pm

Article

Seven years ago, I was diagnosed with Lynch syndrome, a hereditary cancer condition which significantly increases my chances of developing early-onset cancer.

To Test or Not To Test: A Thorny Question in Ovarian Cancer Maintenance

September 18th 2018, 7:24pm

Article

Researchers disagree on whether or not to monitor ovarian cancer survivors with frequent CA-125 tests. But this patient would rather have more information than less.

A Word from Patrick Dempsey During National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month

September 14th 2018, 10:03pm

Video

Patrick Dempsey discusses National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month.