What is World Ovarian Cancer Day?
World Ovarian Cancer Day is observed globally on the 8th May every year. This important awareness day unites people across the world to raise awareness of ovarian cancer – a disease that affects over 313,000 women each year globally. The day is also a powerful moment to highlight the importance of early detection, support scientific research, and amplify the voices of those impacted by the disease.
World Ovarian Cancer Day was established in 2013 by a coalition of patient advocacy organisations from around the globe. The aim was to create a singular, unified day of action to draw attention to ovarian cancer, which is often diagnosed at a late stage and can be difficult to detect early.
Ovarian Cancer Action has run many awareness and fundraising campaigns over the years. Take a look at our previous World Ovarian Cancer Day campaigns to find inspiration on how you can get involved.
Why World Ovarian Cancer Day matters
Despite medical advances, ovarian cancer remains the deadliest gynaecological cancer in the UK. Its symptoms – such as bloating, tummy pain, and needing to pee more often – are mistaken for less serious conditions, leading to delays in diagnosis.
By taking part and getting involved in World Ovarian Cancer Day activity, you can:
- Raise awareness of early warning signs and symptoms
- Empower women with information for timely diagnosis
- Support research for improved treatments and early detection methods
- Join the conversation to help improve women's health
By uniting on May 8, we drive key conversations, inspire fundraising, and spotlight innovations that could change the future of ovarian cancer treatment.
Be a game-changer this World Ovarian Cancer Day
By fundraising this World Ovarian Cancer Day, you can fund life-saving research breakthroughs to transform the future of ovarian cancer treatment.
Ready to make a difference? Here are some fundraising ideas to get you started - or create your own to support ovarian cancer research!
Help us continue this work
One-off donation options
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£3
supports raising awareness of ovarian cancer symptoms.
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£5
helps educate health-care professionals about the complexities of ovarian cancer.
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£7
fights the inequality in ovarian cancer diagnosis, depending on where they live in the UK.
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£10
allows us to continue funding research into better, more efficient ovarian cancer treatments.
Donate £10
Monthly donation options
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£3
supports raising awareness of ovarian cancer symptoms.
Donate £3 -
£5
educates health-care professionals about the complexities of ovarian cancer.
Donate £5 -
£10
fights the inequality in ovarian cancer diagnosis, depending on where they live in the UK.
Donate £10 -
£15
allows us to continue funding research into better, more efficient ovarian cancer treatments.
Donate £15