Ovarian Cancer | Tumor

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.

Maintenance Lynparza Improves PFS for Ovarian Cancer

October 30th 2018, 10:09pm

Article

The PARP inhibitor Lynparza (olaparib) significantly improved progression-free survival (PFS) as frontline maintenance therapy for women with BRCA-positive advanced ovarian cancer, according to findings from the randomized phase 3 SOLO-1 trial presented at the 2018 ESMO Congress.

Cobie Smulders: Not on My Watch

October 25th 2018, 4:50pm

Podcast

Actress partners with TESARO to launch national movement to help empower the ovarian cancer community

Joining Forces Against Hereditary Risk for Breast and Ovarian Cancer

October 24th 2018, 4:21pm

Article

After receiving a breast cancer diagnosis “out of the blue” in 1996, Sue Friedman would later come to find out she also has a BRCA2 genetic mutation – a discovery that would lead to the creation of an organization for individuals in a similar situation.

Discussing Hereditary Cancer Risk With Children

October 22nd 2018, 10:55pm

Article

Although there is never the perfect time to have a risk-related discussion with a child, one clinical psychologist explains ways in which parents can approach the difficult topic.

Managing Lymphedema: Education is the Best Treatment

October 22nd 2018, 12:00am

Article

To combat the psychological effects from a lymphedema diagnosis, patients need to be equipped with the knowledge and understanding of what the condition is and how it is treated.

It's All in the Family: Discussing Cancer Risk with Extended Family Members

October 20th 2018, 10:11pm

Article

One family shares their experience with the discovery of a BRCA mutation, and how they discussed it among one another.

Clinical Trial Participation is Key for Hereditary Cancer Research Advancement

October 20th 2018, 4:31am

Article

Although individuals may have concerns about enrolling in a study, their involvement may lead to new discoveries.

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.