Ovarian cancer appears as tumors that develop in a woman’s ovaries, which are part of the reproductive system. Cancer begins at a cellular level. Normally, cells grow and divide to form new cells. These new cells take the place of old cells as they die. Cancer cells continue to grow and divide. These abnormal cells continue to create new cells forming a tumor.
EMPOWHER BACKGROUND INFORMATION ON OVARIAN CANCER
Ovarian Cancer Definition and Overview
DEALING WITH OVARIAN CANCER
“Ovarian Cancer: What All Women Need to Know,” September 10, 2009
“Frequently Asked Questions About Ovarian Cancer,” September 3, 2009
“Ovarian Cancer Advocacy Sheet,” May 17, 2010
“Ovarian Cancer National Alliance Event Celebrates Life, Celebrates Chefs,” January 20, 2010
“Ovarian Cancer: What Would You Do To Lower Your Risk?” February 15, 2010
“Johanna’s Law: The Gynecological Cancer Education and Awareness Act,” September 18, 2009
“Do Ovarian Cysts Mean I Have Cancer?” September 10, 2009
“Are You At Risk For Ovarian Cancer? Get Informed,” September 4, 2008
“Taking Fertility Drugs Shouldn’t Lead to Worries About Ovarian Cancer,” September 2, 2009
VIDEO: “Ovarian Cancer: What Should Women Know?” April 1, 2010
VIDEO: “Ovarian Tumor: Which Tests Did You Have?” April 1, 2010
VIDEO: “Ovarian Cancer: What Should Women Know? – Dr. Magtibay,” February 25, 2010
VIDEO: “Annette Shares What the Ovarian Cancer National Alliance Is,” October 16, 2008
RESEARCH AND DETECTION OF OVARIAN CANCER
“The Biggest Challenge in Ovarian Cancer Research,” June 8, 2010
“Early Detection of Ovarian Cancer Moves Closer,” May 20, 2010
“Study Makes Strides in Understanding Ovarian Cancer,” April 26, 2010
“Ovarian Cancer Diagnosis, Treatment,” March 30, 2010
“Symptoms Alone Don’t Spot Ovarian Cancer Early,” January 28, 2010
“Combo Test Might Spot Ovarian Cancer Early,” January 21, 2010
“Markers for Ovarian Cancer May Show Up Years Earlier,” January 5, 2010
“Dr. Oz on Ovarian Cancer,” November 12, 2009
“Barbara Dehn: Ovarian Cancer Test?” September 5, 2008
TREATMENT FOR OVARIAN CANCER
“Immunotherapy for Ovarian Cancer,” July 14, 2010
“Studies Suggest New Treatment Paradigms for Ovarian, Prostate Cancers,” June 7, 2010
“Hens, Flaxseed, Ovarian Cancer,” April 14, 2010
“Discovery May Lead to Better Ovarian Cancer Treatments,” April 13, 2010
“Leukemia Drug May Help Some Ovarian Cancer Patients,” November 12, 2009
“Medical Breakthrough with New Ovarian Cancer Drug,” October 13, 2009
“New Chemo Regimen May Benefit Ovarian Cancer Patients,” September 20, 2009
“Ovarian Cancer Test Approved,” September 13, 2009
SUPPORT FOR OVARIAN CANCER PATIENTS
“Ovarian Cancer: A Survivor Story,” July 12, 2010
“Ovarian Cancer Scare, How Did It Change Your Life?” April 1, 2010
VIDEO: “Colleen Shares Advice for Women Recently Diagnosed with Ovarian Cancer,” February 27, 2009
VIDEO: “Colleen Shares Her Ovarian Cancer Story,” March 2, 2009
VIDEO: “Colleen Shares How Her Family Was Involved On Her Cancer Journey,” March 2, 2009
VIDEO: “Annette Shares What She Tells Women Diagnosed With Ovarian Cancer,” October 16, 2008
“Naomi Campbell Has Ovarian Tumor Removed,” September 10, 2008
OTHER HELPFUL WEBSITES AND LINKS
American Cancer Society
The Gilda Radner Familial Ovarian Cancer Registry
Gynecologic Cancer Foundation, Women’s Cancer Network
The Johns Hopkins Pathology’s Ovarian Cancer Website
The National Cancer Institute
Ovarian Cancer National Alliance