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.

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.

What Saved Me Years After My Hysterectomy

September 10th 2018, 6:01pm

Article

Life after a hysterectomy is one of the many challenges I have had to overcome.

'Smart' Knife May Identify Ovarian Cancer Tumor Tissue During Surgery

September 5th 2018, 1:08am

Article

A new tool that helps surgeons distinguish healthy tissue from tumor in real-time could change the landscape of surgical ovarian cancer treatment for the better.

Experimental Drug Combination Shows Potential in Early-Phase Trial of Lung, Ovarian Cancers

September 4th 2018, 11:39pm

Article

Researchers may have found a potential new way to treat patients with ovarian or lung cancer who had previously failed other treatments, according to early trial findings published in Annals of Oncology.

Grab Your Running Shoes, Form Your Team and Get Ready to Fundraise: The 9th National Race to End Women

August 30th 2018, 11:15pm

Article

The Foundation for Women’s Cancer Continues the Fight to End Gynecologic Cancer One Step at a Time; Race Set for Nov. 4, 2018 in Washington, DC

Let's Start a Conversation

August 30th 2018, 4:48pm

Podcast

In this week’s episode, we speak with author and avid patient advocate Shannon Pulaski about her new efforts to help empower children to learn about their family’s health history.

Beyond 'Genes of Interest,' All Genetic Testing Helps Outcomes and Prevention

August 29th 2018, 9:38pm

Article

In recent years, treatment has expanded for mutations that are well-understood in this space.

Physicians Recommend Ovarian Cancer Screening Based on Their Personal Experiences

August 27th 2018, 8:21pm

Article

A recent survey of physicians revealed that 17 percent of doctors with personal experience with cancer were more likely than those without to act against established guidelines to recommend that low-risk women receive ovarian cancer screening.