Articles related to Ovarian Cancer
10 Tips to Lower the Risk of Ovarian Cancer
Ovarian cancer cannot be completely prevented, but there are some ways to lower the risk, and many women don’t know about them. Read these 10 tips. Read More
Can Ovarian Cancer Cause Weight Gain?
Some women experience abdominal swelling and bloating after developing ovarian cancer. Find out if there is a connection between ovarian cancer and weight gain. Read More
Who Is at High Risk for Ovarian Cancer?
All women are at risk of developing ovarian cancer, but some have personal or familial factors that further increase their risk. Read More
Can You Get Ovarian Cancer After Hysterectomy?
If a woman has a hysterectomy, is it still possible for her to develop ovarian cancer? The answer is not as straightforward as you might think. Read More
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Linked to Increased Risk of Ovarian Cancer
New study suggests women who experience multiple PTSD symptoms have a much greater risk of developing the disease years later Read More
Evidence Mounts Linking Aspirin to Lower Risk of Ovarian Cancer
New JAMA Oncology study shows daily use can reduce risk by 23 percent Read More
New Studies Show Daily Aspirin Use Reduces Ovarian Cancer Risk and Improves Survival after Diagnosis
Research suggests reducing inflammation through daily aspirin use can lower ovarian cancer risk and improve survival for those battling the disease Read More
Is There a Link Between Baby Powder and Cancer?
Recently, a long-simmering issue – whether talc (the mineral found in baby powder) can cause ovarian cancer – has reemerged in the spotlight. Read More
Moffitt Names New Associate Center Director of Population Science
Shelley Tworoger, Ph.D., will focus on enhancing ovarian cancer prevention and improving understanding of breast and ovarian carcinogenesis Read More
Julie's Story
Julie had a procedure known as mini-Associating Liver Partition and Portal Vein Ligation, or ALPPS, which promotes rapid growth of the liver and makes removal of all cancerous lesions safe and possible. Read More
30 Days of Teal – September Is National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month
As with all types of cancer, early detection is key to achieving the best possible outcome for a woman who is diagnosed with ovarian cancer. Read More
Judy's Story
Judy chose to participate in clinical trials not only to fight her ovarian cancer, but in the hopes that others would benefit from these studies as well. Read More
Women's Cancer Screening Checklist
Women's Cancer Screening Checklist: You may be at increased risk because of family history, your personal medical history, lifestyle and environmental factors. If you are at increased risk for cancer, you may need a diagnostic testing plan established by a doctor. Read More
