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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.

First Patient Dosed with AVB-001 in Trial for Relapsed Refractory Ovarian Cancer

January 19th 2023, 2:00pm

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The trial is evaluating the safety and efficacy of AVB-001 patients with relapsed refractory ovarian cancer.

Beta-Blockers May Improve Post-Surgical Survival in Women With Ovarian Cancer, Heart Conditions

January 18th 2023, 8:00pm

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Women who were taking beta-blockers, a medicine to treat heart conditions like high blood pressure, among others, near the time of surgery for epithelial ovarian cancer may confer a survival benefit years after undergoing a procedure.

FDA Approval of Elahere Represents a ‘Step Forward’ for Platinum-Resistant Ovarian Cancer Subset

November 22nd 2022, 10:00pm

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One expert said that the FDA approval of the antibody-drug conjugate Elahere represents a new treatment option for patients with folate receptor alpha-positive, platinum resistant ovarian cancer.

I Shouldn’t Have to Pretend ‘Minor’ Side Effects From Cancer Treatment Don’t Bother Me

October 28th 2022, 5:00pm

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Researchers running clinical should be aware of how these new drugs affect our day-to-day lives — not just in the big ways, but also the small ones that take their toll over the long haul.

Lifestyle Changes and Non-Estrogen-Based Therapies May Alleviate Menopausal Symptoms in Women With Cancer

October 27th 2022, 7:00pm

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Women who face menopause after a cancer diagnosis may be able to manage their symptoms without relying on estrogen-based therapies, although discussing this with a cancer team will help patients find what’s best for them.

Standup Comedian and Self-Proclaimed 'Love Goddess' Judy Tenuta Dies From Cancer, New England Patriots Host a ‘Day of Pampering’ for Cancer Survivors and More

October 7th 2022, 3:00pm

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From the death of standup comedian and "Love Goddess" Judy Tenuta to professional sports hall-of-famers discussing their cancer, here’s what’s happening in the cancer space this week.

Early-Phase Trial to Study Novel Drug, With or Without Keytruda, in Solid Cancers

September 27th 2022, 3:00pm

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The novel drug PY159 will be studied as a single agent and in combination with Keytruda for patients with certain solid tumors — including ovarian, pancreatic, lung, head and neck, colorectal and breast cancers.

Phase 3 Trial to Study an Immunochemotherapy Regimen in Platinum-Resistant/Refractory Ovarian Cancer

September 26th 2022, 9:00pm

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The OnPrime trial will investigate if adding Olvi-Vec, a modified virus, to chemotherapy and Avastin will improve outcomes for pretreated platinum-resistant or refractory ovarian cancer.

Maintenance Therapy the 'Biggest Breakthrough in Decades' for Ovarian Cancer

September 15th 2022, 3:00pm

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Although maintenance treatments have helped patients with ovarian cancer live longer, experts note there are still some unmet needs that must be addressed.

CAR-T Cell Therapy Shows Promise in Relapsed/Refractory Solid Cancers

September 11th 2022, 5:00pm

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BNT211-01, a novel CAR-T cell therapy, was efficacious in treating patients with CLDN6-positive, relapsed/refractory solid cancers, according to a small clinical trial.