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… a number of health complications throughout her life. We had heard of ovarian cancer before, after losing Gillian’s cousin to the disease a few years prior. It … who is going through something similar today – hopefully it does just that. If you’ve been affected by this story and would like to speak to a specialist nurse, …

… The coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic has had a significant impact on treatment and support for women with ovarian cancer , as well as significant delays in diagnosis , according to our new report:  … was in limbo. I didn’t know what was coming next. I couldn't go into the hospital because it was too risky. I was left not knowing if I needed further treatment at this …

…   “Why am I sat here?” I thought to myself. I was 15 and had no idea about ovarian cancer. The only cancers I knew about were breast cancer and cervical. But this was … awareness. I hope by sharing my story that it’ll help raise awareness too. If you’ve been affected by this story and would like to speak to a specialist nurse, …

… Thank you for registering to join our online session. You will receive an email with … how to join. If you have any other questions please contact us at info@targetovariancancer.org.uk . To see what other events you can join, check out our digital support …

… to my age and didn’t think any more of it. I didn’t know anything about ovarian cancer.  A changing diagnosis In early 2019 I started to feel some pain and … now it seems crazy to be worrying about that at a time when the treatment is saving your life – similar to how I’d felt about the stoma – but in the moment it was …

… We know it can be difficult to think about some of your experiences. Thank you for putting your story at the heart of our work to transform the future of ovarian cancer diagnosis, treatment and care for everyone, everywhere in the UK.  … Sharing …

… Understanding the type of cancer (the histological type) can help you when discussing your diagnosis, treatment and prognosis …

… Your order is on its way We aim to fulfil all materials requests as soon as … please call 020 7923 5470 and let us know. Learn more about the symptoms of ovarian cancer . Thank you for raising awareness Raising awareness of ovarian cancer is …

… when diagnosed via A&E, women are almost twice as likely to have advanced ovarian cancer compared to women diagnosed following a GP referral.   Ali not only has lost … both breast and ovarian cancer but what we know now is that they can be linked. Because of this, I have yearly CA125 blood tests, so we can see progress is being made …

… My mum had ovarian cancer. Her symptoms were completely different to mine though, so when I started … gain around my middle and weeing more often – something which was quite awkward because I was working as a teaching assistant and stuck in a classroom all day. Over …