Stopping the ovaries from producing oestrogen, which is done surgically (oopherectomy) or with radiation therapy.

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…

Each year in Queensland, approximately 280 women will be diagnosed with ovarian cancer. Do you know the symptoms and risk factors of ovarian cancer? February marks Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month and Cancer Council Queensland are calling upon Queensland women to…

…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…

…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…

…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….

…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,…

…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 Ph: (07)…

…Research Dr Masud’s pioneering project, “A nanoarchitected platform for early diagnosis and monitoring of ovarian cancer” focuses on helping GPs better identify and diagnose ovarian cancer. Employing cutting-edge nanotechnology, he aims to develop rapid, inexpensive, and easy-to-use techniques for the…

…Thank you for supporting our work this Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. For more information, visit www.cancerqld.org.au. Professor Jeff Dunn AO, Chief Executive Officer Cancer Council Queensland ENDS For more information or interviews, please contact: Kim Ryan, Senior Media Specialist, Cancer…