Blog
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BRCA & genetic mutations
08 April 2021
Rare genetic mutations of ovarian cancer
Although there is lots of information available for those with a BRCA gene mutation or Lynch syndrome, there is far less information available about are rarer genetic mutations that can also increase your risk of developing ovarian cancer. Here we look at some of the lesser known gene mutations linked to the disease.
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31 March 2021
Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month Highlights
Thank you for your support throughout Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. Year on year, March shines a spotlight on ovarian cancer and although we may be apart this year, this has only strengthened how we are united in our goal to reach a world where no woman dies of ovarian cancer. We are so grateful to have you by our side this March and beyond. Thank you.
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Fundraising stories
30 March 2021
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25 March 2021
Sarah's story: family, future and being part of our Next Generation Women's Collective
Find out more about Sarah Howarth, a founding member of our Next Generation Women's Collective.
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Research updates
23 March 2021
How the BriTROC-2 trial will aim to help create new, personalised treatments for women with ovarian cancer
BriTROC-2 is a new Ovarian Cancer Action funded study that will help towards our goal of finding better treatments that will help women to live longer. However, as well as benefiting women in the future, this collaborative effort will have benefits for women living with ovarian cancer now.
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17 March 2021
How our research volunteers are helping shape our ovarian cancer research
Ovarian Cancer Action was founded in 2005 to raise awareness, to fund much needed research, and to give a voice to all those affected by the disease. We have been working ever since, driven by a clear vision - a world where no woman dies of ovarian cancer.
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Research updates
10 March 2021
New immunotherapy treatments for ovarian cancer will save lives
Immunotherapy could be the key to providing more effective treatment for ovarian cancer patients. Ovarian Cancer Action is investing in three exciting research projects that will investigate how the immune system can once again be used to fight ovarian cancer - each with a unique lens.
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Research updates
01 March 2021
What is happening with our research in 2021?
As we enter Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, it is a good time to reflect on and share the progress of the amazing research we fund, thanks to you.
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Fundraising stories
15 February 2021
Ideas & activities for your Step Challenge
We’ve gathered some ideas, tips and resources to help you reach your 295,000 steps target this March throughout Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month.
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Thank you
On Sunday the 31st January, our BBC Lifeline Appeal aired. This was our chance to bring ovarian cancer into the public eye, to raise awareness, and gain support for the life-saving research we do. There are so many people who are responsible for giving ovarian cancer this platform, and so this is our page to thank the special people that helped support us.
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January update: What’s happening with ovarian cancer treatment?
We take a look at what’s happening in hospitals right now, what you should expect if your treatment is delayed, and how we can help you through the weeks ahead.
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22 December 2020
Upcoming Charity Challenge Events
Make a resolution that you'll keep this year. Whether that's to get active, see more of the world, or to try something new - we have the event for you. By joining Team Ovarian Cancer Action, you will be doing something amazing.
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21 December 2020
Ovarian Cancer Action: A challenging year in review
Fundraising as we know it got turned on its head, our scientists were forced to spend months our of their labs, and we said goodbye to our office. So how did we manage to keep moving forwards? What exactly have we been up to? Here’s a little insight into a very big year and how we have truly been taking action...
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16 December 2020
Are you a member of the Women’s Institute? We need your help...
Are you a member of the Women’s Institute? We need your help. Please vote to make raising awareness of the symptoms of ovarian cancer our next campaign in February.
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16 December 2020
Do you know a member of the Women’s Institute?
If you know a member of the WI, ask them to vote for our resolution in February. Together we have the power to create a world in which no woman dies unnecessarily of ovarian cancer.
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Research Study, take part: How ovary removal impacts your brain
A team of researchers from the Einstein Lab in the Department of Psychology at the University of Toronto are looking for volunteers to help in their research looking at how hormones impact cognition.
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Fundraising stories
19 November 2020
"So many people haven’t even heard of ovarian cancer, passing on the message is what it's all about"
Back in the 70s, retired railwayman Chris Milner inherited an old railway station name plate. He had no idea of the impact it would one day have.
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Fundraising stories
02 November 2020
Tom: "I held one of the most historic racing events of all time online, whilst raising money for a cause close to my heart."
Tom Hand was just 12 years old when his mum Shelley died of ovarian cancer. Now 18, he's following in her footsteps and fundraising for ovarian cancer research.
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29 October 2020
Ovarian Cancer Action Supporter Awards 2020
We are so pleased to announce the winners for the Ovarian Cancer Action Supporter Awards 2020! Everyone who supports us is a champion in our eyes, but we would like to recognise four supporters who through this difficult year when many fundraising events have been cancelled, have been both innovative and inspirational with their fundraising for Ovarian Cancer Action.
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Fundraising stories
15 October 2020
A Celebration of Support: Your Inspiring Ideas in Action
From the powerful voice of Kate Winslet, to an inspiring farmer – our supporters are united by this dreadful disease, but in that unity is strength and support for Ovarian Cancer Action.
