Queensland women have questions or concerns regarding ovarian cancer, they should visit their GP.” More information about Cancer Council Queensland and ovarian cancer is available via 13 11 20 or cancerqld.org.au. ENDS For more information, please contact: Lisa Maynard, Public…
cancerqld.org.au/ or via 13 11 20. ENDS Symptoms of ovarian cancer In its early stages, ovarian cancer usually have no symptoms. This means it is typically diagnosed when the cancer is more advanced. If symptoms occur, they may include: Pressure,…
Queensland researchers are using 3D models to mimic cancer cells in women with aggressive ovarian tumours, in a bid to improve treatment for those diagnosed with ovarian cancer. Cancer Council Queensland has awarded $200,000 of funding over two years to…
Dear Editor, February is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, an opportunity to increase awareness and support for the estimated 270 Queensland women who will be diagnosed with the disease this year. Ovarian cancer is one of the hardest cancers to detect…
increase awareness and support for the estimated 270 Queensland women who will be diagnosed with ovarian cancer this year. Ovarian cancer is one of the hardest cancers to detect, and sadly remains the leading cause of death from gynaecological cancers….
20 [1] Ovarian Cancer Research Foundation, Survival rates in Australia. https://ocrf.com.au/about-ovarian–cancer/statistics/ For more information or interviews, please contact: Laura McKoy, Media Manager, Cancer Council Queensland Phone: (07) 3634 5345 Mobile: 0409 001 171…
effective screening tests for ovarian cancer,” Ms Clift said. “In Queensland each year, around 250 women are diagnosed with ovarian cancer and about 150 women die from the disease. “Ovarian cancer can be very difficult to diagnose early because symptoms…
…are diagnosed with an ovarian, cervical, vaginal, vulva or uterine cancer. Ms Larsen encouraged Queenslanders to get the girls together, host a Girls’ Night In and raise vital funds for a cancer free future. “Raising funds for Cancer Council Queensland…
…cancer can be difficult to diagnose at an early stage, largely because symptoms can be vague and similar to those of other common illnesses. Currently there are no tests effective enough for a population-based screening program for ovarian cancer, and…
cancer.” More information about Cancer Council Queensland and ovarian cancer is available at www.cancerqld.org.au or Cancer Council Helpline 13 11 20. For more information or interviews, please contact: Katie Clift, Executive Manager, Media and Spokesperson, Cancer Council Queensland…
