Ovarian Cancer | Tumor

Ovarian Cancer: Considering the Experience of Caregivers

October 18th 2019

A Network of Support for Patients With Ovarian Cancer

October 18th 2019

Addressing Mental and Emotional Health in Ovarian Cancer

October 18th 2019

Compartmentalizing Stigma and Support in Ovarian Cancer

October 18th 2019

When to Consider Maintenance Therapy for Ovarian Cancer

October 18th 2019

Ovarian Cancer: What is the Benefit of Maintenance Therapy?

October 18th 2019

Recurrent Disease: Learning to Live With Cancer

October 18th 2019

Reacting to a Diagnosis of Recurrent Ovarian Cancer

October 18th 2019

Adjusting to Life During Treatment of Ovarian Cancer

October 18th 2019

Undergoing Treatment for Ovarian Cancer

October 18th 2019

The Impact of Genetics on Outlook in Ovarian Cancer

October 18th 2019

Ovarian Cancer: Genetic Testing and Familial Risk

October 18th 2019

Practical Advice Following an Ovarian Cancer Diagnosis

October 18th 2019

Reacting to a Diagnosis of Ovarian Cancer

October 18th 2019

Tips for Navigating Health Care After a Cancer Diagnosis

October 8th 2019

An ovarian cancer survivor shares what she wishes she had known then with those who are newly diagnosed.

What You Need to Know About Preventing Gynecologic Cancers

October 4th 2019

Knowing your family history is the first preventative step any woman can take to avoid a diagnosis of ovarian cancer.

Let's Talk About Cancer Prevention and the Power of Support

October 2nd 2019

"I don’t have cancer, but here I am. This is my life. This is my reality. I am BRCA positive."

My Gene Counsel White Paper Reveals Need for Patient Advocacy in Genetic Testing Follow-Up

October 1st 2019

CURE spoke with an expert on how patients can better advocate for themselves when it comes to genetic testing and its follow-up.

Leading the Fight Against Ovarian Cancer

September 30th 2019

Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance (OCRA) supports women and their families going through an ovarian cancer diagnosis, while also funding the research that will one day lead to its prevention.

Frontline Zejula Maintenance Therapy Improves Survival in Advanced Ovarian Cancer

September 29th 2019

Frontline maintenance therapy with Zejula lengthened time without disease progression among women with newly diagnosed, advanced ovarian cancer, according to findings from the phase 3 PRIMA study.

Addition of PARP Inhibitor to Maintenance Therapy May Improve Survival in Ovarian Cancer

September 28th 2019

The addition of Lynparza to maintenance therapy with Avastin improved time to disease progression in women with advanced ovarian cancer, according results of the PAOLA-1/ENGOT-ov25 trial.

Expert Offers Advice for Women With Ovarian Cancer

September 24th 2019

CURE spoke with an expert from Mount Sinai to discuss the future of ovarian cancer treatment and his advice for women facing a new diagnosis.

My Secret Life With Ovarian Cancer

September 16th 2019

“For so long ovarian cancer has been a secret part of my life. That’s over now.”

Treating Metastatic Cancer as a Chronic Disease Takes Its Toll

September 11th 2019

"I’m a work in progress. I work to heed my oncologist’s advice: Don’t spoil today by worrying about tomorrow."

Hormones Gone Mad in a Rare Type of Ovarian Cancer

September 3rd 2019

A rare type of ovarian tumor can raise testosterone levels, causing women to develop male characteristics. The main treatments: surgery and chemotherapy.

Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month: What You Need to Know

September 3rd 2019

September is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. Here’s a round-up of the latest news and updates in this disease space.

Friday Frontline: Cancer Updates, Research and Education on August 30, 2019

August 30th 2019

From a return to work for Alex Trebek to a personalized Backstreet Boys concert, here’s what is making headlines in the cancer space this week.

USPSTF Recommendation Expands Cancer Screening Pool, Concerns Still Remain

August 27th 2019

The US Preventive Services Task Force now recommends for genetic counseling and testing for survivors of certain cancer types, but many at high-risk for the disease are left off the list.

Ovarian Cancer Drug Offers Patients Hope - and a Longer Life

August 21st 2019

In a new study, Zejula (niraparib) has been shown to prolong life for patients with ovarian cancer who have already undergone four or more rounds of chemotherapy.

Lymphadenectomy in Ovarian Cancer: The Case for Staying in Place

August 19th 2019

Removing lymph nodes that appear unaffected by ovarian cancer won’t help and might hurt.