Topic: Support

 

Three women walking down the street together all chatting a smiling
New ways to connect in the community

Pop-up connections are here! We're working with those affected by ovarian cancer, including families, friends and healthcare professionals, to build an inclusive and accessible network of support for anyone who needs it.

A selfie that Judy is taking sitting on her sofa wearing a blue patterned top with her blonde hair worn down and she's smiling
Judy's story

Judy was diagnosed with stage 3C ovarian cancer in 2014. 10 years on, she's sharing her story in the hope of bringing positivity to others.

Libby sitting outside smiling wearing a white shirt and glasses
Meet our member: Libby

Libby was diagnosed with ovarian cancer in January this year. She talks to us about the wonderful support she's found in our online communities.

Annie looking toward the camera wearing a green top, scarf and glasses with fields in the background - a woman with ovarian cancer who shared her story with Target Ovarian Cancer
Annie’s story

Annie found comfort and solace in our support line and shared her story for our BBC Lifeline Appeal.

Rosie taking a photo in the mirror wearing her student nurse uniform
Rosie's story

At 15 years old, Rosie, now a student nurse, had spent three months experiencing abdominal pain and bloating, but had no idea it would be stage 2 ovarian cancer

Alison smiling sitting on the sofa holding a cup of tea
Alison's story

In 2014, Alison was diagnosed with stage 4 ovarian cancer together with breast cancer. June marks 10 years since that diagnosis – and she continues to raise awareness and hopes to inspire others by sharing her story.

A nurse talking through a Target Ovarian Cancer leaflet with a woman
Celebrating our Nurse Hero award winners

Last summer we launched the Nurse Hero Awards – to recognise Clinical Specialist Nurses (CNSs) across the UK for their dedication and support to those living with ovarian cancer, and their families. We're delighted to announce the winners.

A selfie of Lucy with red curled hair and a teal green top on
Lucy's story

28 year old Lucy was diagnosed with a stage 1 borderline tumour. She shares the emotional impact this has had, and the fertility sparing surgery she opted for.

A selfie of Chris with short grey hair wearing a light blue tshirt and a necklace
Chris's story

After being initially misdiagnosed with stage 4 ovarian cancer due to a CT scan showing a pleural effusion, Chris’s diagnosis was confirmed as stage 1c in 2020. She’s sharing her story to raise awareness of mucinous tumours – a rare form of ovarian cancer