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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.

6 Questions With an Ovarian Cancer Expert: Risks, Symptoms, Treatments

October 7th 2016, 8:22pm

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Knowing the risks of ovarian cancer is extremely important. Peter Dottino discusses the risks, symptoms and management of the disease.

'In Our Genes' Event Raises Research Funds, Builds Community for Those at Increased Risk of Breast and Ovarian Cancers

October 6th 2016, 10:40pm

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Last night's "In Our Genes: An Evening of Storytelling" was an event that not only raised money for research in BRCA-related cancers, but also aimed to raise the spirits of individuals who have been affected by the gene mutation.

A Positive Take on Ovarian Cancer Month

September 22nd 2016, 12:55pm

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Hammonds discusses how she leaves the scary stuff behind and focuses, instead, on the good stuff after ovarian cancer.

On Cancer and Swimming with Crocodiles

September 15th 2016, 6:29am

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September is national Ovarian Cancer Month. My wife died of ovarian cancer at the age of 47. Her final wish was to swim with crocodiles. This is her story.

New Specialized Social Network Connects Women With Ovarian Cancer

September 14th 2016, 8:44pm

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The NOCC is connecting women who have ovarian cancer to others who are experiencing similar struggles.

Novel Agent Continues to Progress in BRCA-Positive Advanced Ovarian Cancer

September 14th 2016, 6:45pm

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The novel agent rucaparib was granted a priority review for the treatment of patients with BRCA-positive advanced ovarian cancer who have received at least two prior lines of chemotherapy.

Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy Optimal for Subset of Patients With Ovarian Cancer

September 9th 2016, 7:49pm

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Neoadjuvant chemotherapy is the best option for some patients with ovarian cancer, according to a recent report.

In Honor of Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month

September 9th 2016, 6:44am

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In honor of Ovarian Cancer Month, it is only appropriate for me to discuss ovarian cancer. "Ovarian cancer" are two of the scariest words in any language for a woman to hear — screening for it at this time is poor and more often than not, by the time it is detected it is too late.

Cancer Genetics Risk Counseling by Phone Just as Effective as in Person

September 1st 2016, 9:58pm

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Women who are unable to travel to genetic counselors may be able to reap the same benefits over the phone, according to a recent study.

SGO, ASCO Issue New Guidelines for Ovarian Cancer Treatment

August 8th 2016, 10:29pm

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ASCO and SGO just made new guidelines stating that neoadjuvant chemotherapy is the best first-line treatment for some women with ovarian cancer.