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15 January 2021
Niraparib - the latest treatment option for women with ovarian cancer in England
Today, women diagnosed with advanced ovarian cancer will have access to a life-extending drug called Niraparib, thanks to the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE).
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14 January 2021
New classification system “Oxford Classic” can create accurate predictions of ovarian cancer outcomes
Ovarian Cancer Action funded researcher, Professor Ahmed Ahmed, from the University of Oxford Weatherall Institute, is already making several exciting breakthroughs with his research - in more areas than one.
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16 December 2020
The BioIndustry Association announces 2021 charity partnership with Ovarian Cancer Action
Ovarian Cancer Action is proud to announce that it is the BioIndustry Association’s (BIA) chosen charity partner for 2021.
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30 November 2020
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27 November 2020
Tampon Tax Fund awards Ovarian Cancer Action over £1m to tackle health inequalities
Today the ovarian cancer audit feasibility pilot published its latest findings on the variation in ovarian cancer treatment across England - revealing significant regional differences in access to ovarian cancer treatment (particularly surgery) across the country.
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25 November 2020
Amazon Prime film release focuses on ovarian cancer, featuring Cara Delevingne
In a first for Amazon Prime, Life in a Year is a film that focuses on a young girl with ovarian cancer. This film is particularly important because it is so rare that ovarian cancer is mentioned in the mainstream media, and even less so as a concern for younger women.
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11 November 2020
Differences in treatment revealed in new report
Today the ovarian cancer audit feasibility pilot published its latest findings on the variation in ovarian cancer treatment across England - revealing significant regional differences in access to ovarian cancer treatment (particularly surgery) across the country.
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02 November 2020
New research confirms the importance of CA125 blood tests in diagnosing ovarian cancer in primary care
A team of researchers at the University of Cambridge, Manchester and Exeter are the first to provide evidence that the already established CA125 blood test for ovarian cancer is an effective diagnostic tool in the primary care setting.
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28 October 2020
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06 October 2020
Remembering John Harris
John Harris, founder of the Helene Harris Memorial Trust (HHMT) that led to the inception of Ovarian Cancer Action, has passed away.
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01 September 2020
September is Gynaecological Cancer Awareness Month
Help us reach the 90% of women who don’t know the four main symptoms of ovarian cancer
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21 July 2020
We need your help to get back on track
With our income hugely affected by COVID-19, our research is at risk. Find out how you can help.
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13 July 2020
"Cancer doesn't wait in line"
Ovarian Cancer Action is raising awareness of ovarian cancer in shopping malls around the UK, encouraging those experiencing symptoms to visit their GP and avoid late diagnosis.
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25 June 2020
We must keep funding the future
Together with 151 medical research charities, we are calling for the Government to support charity research which has been significantly affected by coronavirus.
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23 June 2020
New drug showing promising early results
In the news today, a new drug called berzosertib has shown promising early results in cancer patients receiving treatment, including ovarian cancer.
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05 June 2020
Ovarian cancer and coronavirus: FAQs
The charity coalition, One Cancer Voice has written a set of FAQs about coronavirus to help guide people living with cancer
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29 May 2020
Charities warn lack of clear lockdown plans for vulnerable people is leaving millions at risk
Leading healthcare charities have published an open letter to the government calling on them to publish clear guidance around shielding so extremely vulnerable people are supported and protected as lockdown eases
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26 May 2020
"Cancer is working from home"
‘Cancer is working from home’ reads a powerful billboard glowing brightly in Piccadilly Circus. Ovarian Cancer Action is raising awareness in reaction to the devastating news that cancer referrals have dropped by 75% due to COVID-191.
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30 April 2020
World Ovarian Cancer Day 2020
For the month of May we’re asking everybody to create a white rose to be part of the UK's largest rose garden and raise awareness of ovarian cancer
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09 April 2020
Coronavirus: Government announces support package for charities
Yesterday the Government pledged £750m to help charities during the coronavirus pandemic.