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  • Leukemia Drug May Help Some Ovarian Cancer Patients
    (12-Nov-2009)
    Sprycel limited the growth of cancer cells in lab study

  • Scientists Discover How Chemo Can Make Women Infertile
    (28-Sep-2009)
    But drug Gleevec counteracted effect in mouse study

  • New Chemo Regimen May Benefit Ovarian Cancer Patients
    (20-Sep-2009)
    Dose-dense treatment improved survival, but too toxic for some: study

  • Ovarian Cancer Test Approved
    (11-Sep-2009)
    Helps doctors decide on appropriate surgical options

  • Fertility Can Be Preserved in Ovarian Cancer Patients
    (10-Aug-2009)
    Conservative approach worthwhile in young women with early-stage malignancy, study shows

  • In U.S., No Comeback Seen for Hormone Therapy
    (09-Aug-2009)
    Experts say risks of long-term use still outweigh possible benefits

  • Many Opt for Surgery to Lower Breast, Ovarian Cancer Risk
    (07-Aug-2009)
    Women with BRCA gene mutations often choose preventive measures, study finds

  • 'Suicide' Genes Help Slow Ovarian Tumor Growth in Mice
    (30-Jul-2009)
    Treatment could be tested in women within 18 to 24 months, expert suggests

  • Hormone Therapy Increases Odds of Ovarian Cancer
    (14-Jul-2009)
    But risk remains low and decreases two years after stopping, study finds

  • Early Menstruation Lowers Odds of Surviving Ovarian Cancer
    (09-Jul-2009)
    Patients who had first period before age 12 are at increased risk of death, study shows

  • Cancer Gap Between Whites, Blacks May Be Biological in Part
    (07-Jul-2009)
    Disparity remains when treatment, socioeconomic factors are the same, study finds

  • New Cancer Drug Fights Tumors in Those With BRCA Mutations
    (24-Jun-2009)
    Olaparib prevents malignant cells from repairing themselves, researchers say

  • Ovarian Cancer Breakthrough Heralds New Era of Treatment
    (10-Jun-2009)
    Scientists identify cause of deadly tumors and predict life-saving developments could follow

  • New Insights, Inroads Against Breast, Ovarian Cancers
    (01-Jun-2009)
    Once-promising ovarian cancer test loses luster, but new breast tumor treatments called 'exciting'

  • Chemo Combo Shows Promise Against Ovarian Cancer
    (20-Apr-2009)
    Lab-based study focused on certain types of malignancies

  • Yale Plans Closer Look at Exercise and Cancer
    (06-Apr-2009)
    Studies will chart recovery of active women with breast or ovarian disease

  • HPV Data May Aid Vaccine's Effectiveness
    (24-Mar-2009)
    Most cervical cancers arose from strains covered by the shot, study finds

  • Catching Ovarian Cancer Early May Miss Aggressive Tumors
    (24-Mar-2009)
    The finding casts the usefulness of screening into doubt, scientists say

  • Combo Screening Doesn't Spot Early Ovarian Cancer
    (20-Mar-2009)
    Even finding it early may not save lives, researchers say

  • Combo of Tests Might Spot Ovarian Cancer Early
    (11-Mar-2009)
    Preliminary findings offer hope against a silent killer

  • One in Three Cancer Survivors on Unemployment Line
    (17-Feb-2009)
    Lingering physical effects of cancer a likely cause, finds study

  • Immune Cells Shrink Tumors in Mice
    (13-Feb-2009)
    They target a protein found in some cancers, study finds

  • Fertility Drugs Do Not Increase Ovarian Cancer Risk
    (06-Feb-2009)
    Women who have multiple treatments face little danger, Danish study says

  • More Americans Urged to Get Cancer Screenings
    (15-Jan-2009)
    Rates hover around 50 percent, despite proven benefits, report says

  • Ovary Removal Lowers Odds of Cancer in High-Risk Women
    (13-Jan-2009)
    Study confirms women with BRCA mutations are wise to take preventive action

  • Garlic as a Cancer Fighter? Maybe Not
    (09-Jan-2009)
    Evidence that strong-smelling herb prevents cancer is said to be weak

  • Obesity Linked to Ovarian Cancer
    (05-Jan-2009)
    Excess estrogen may contribute to malignancy, study suggests

  • Low Levels of 2 Enzymes in Ovarian Cancer Cells Shortened Survival
    (17-Dec-2008)
    Finding could lead to new treatments for this deadly disease, researchers say

  • Blocking Oncogene Can Stop Spread of Ovarian Cancer
    (15-Dec-2008)
    Lab study showed it had effect on 60% Of malignant cells

  • Glowing Substance Lights Up Cancer in Mice
    (08-Dec-2008)
    Fluorescent compound sticks to diseased cells, making them easier to spot, study says

  • Health Tip: Warning Signs for Ovarian Cancer
    (05-Dec-2008)
    A doctor should evaluate them as soon as possible

  • Small Victories in the War Against Ovarian Cancer
    (19-Oct-2008)
    New diagnostics and a potential vaccine offer hope, experts say

  • Researchers ID Ovarian Cancer Biomarker
    (23-Sep-2008)
    Finding could advance new drugs targeting blood cells surrounding tumors, study says

  • Drug Combo Fights Recurrent Ovarian Cancer Cell Growth
    (18-Sep-2008)
    Researchers say trabectedin showed promise in Phase III trial, hope for FDA approval

  • Vitamin C Shows Promise as Cancer Treatment
    (05-Aug-2008)
    The nutrient shrunk brain, ovarian and pancreatic tumors in mice

  • Men Often Not Told of Severity of Wife's Cancer
    (09-Jul-2008)
    Study finds almost 40% say docs never said condition was terminal until near death

  • Symptoms Plus Blood Test Boost Ovarian Cancer Detection
    (23-Jun-2008)
    The combo uncovered 80% of early-stage tumors, researchers say

  • Stored Ovarian Tissue Needs Testing Before Re-Implantation
    (24-Apr-2008)
    Inadequate safeguards could mean a return of cancer, study warns

  • Mouth Swab May One Day Diagnose Lung Cancer
    (17-Apr-2008)
    It offers prospect of quick, noninvasive identification of the dangerous disease

  • Extra Drug Improves Rectal Cancer Treatment
    (15-Apr-2008)
    And contraceptive drug helps kill cervical cancer cells missed by chemotherapy

  • Did Medicare Reimbursement Changes Affect Prostate Cancer Treatment?
    (07-Apr-2008)
    Study suggests a link between less drug therapy and more surgical castration

  • Specialized Care for Ovarian Cancer Improves Outcomes
    (11-Mar-2008)
    Dutch study cites better survival rates, but one expert urges caution

  • Combo Treatment Best for Melanoma, Advanced Ovarian Cancer
    (19-Feb-2008)
    Vaccine plus antibody therapy also produced milder side effects, study finds

  • HPV-Positive Head and Neck Cancers Fare Better
    (12-Feb-2008)
    Patients survive longer, more responsive to treatment than those with HPV-negative tumors

  • Ovary Removal Protects Some High-Risk Women
    (12-Feb-2008)
    BRCA2 carriers get twice the reduction in breast cancer risk that BRCA1 carriers do, study finds

  • Natural Secretion Marks Difference Between Ordinary Mole and Melanoma
    (07-Feb-2008)
    IGFBP7 protein may prove a targeted treatment for metastatic cancers, study suggests

  • Oral Contraceptives Cut Ovarian Cancer Risk
    (25-Jan-2008)
    The Pill prevents as many as 30,000 deaths each year, study says

  • Next Generation of Parents More Likely to Back Genetic Testing
    (24-Jan-2008)
    Survey found adult children of parents with BRCA mutations would be more willing to test their own kids

  • Caffeine May Lower Ovarian Cancer Risk
    (22-Jan-2008)
    Alcohol and cigarettes not seen as threat, new research reports

  • Biological Link Between BRCA1 and Breast Cancer Detailed
    (17-Jan-2008)
    Finding suggests the gene, when not mutated, helps repair damaged DNA

  • Vaccines for Ovarian and Breast Cancer in Early Trials
    (12-Jan-2008)
    Activating body's immune system should fight tumors, researchers say

  • Breast Cancer Gene Might Extend Ovarian Cancer Survival
    (03-Jan-2008)
    The finding is so far limited to women of Ashkenazi Jewish descent, researchers say

  • New Guidelines Should Improve Ovarian Cancer Detection
    (28-Oct-2007)
    Early diagnosis is vital; symptoms can often mimic digestive problems

  • More Fiber, Less Fat Help Prevent Ovarian Cancer
    (09-Oct-2007)
    Long-term dietary change led to 40% reduction in risk, study found

  • Pelvic Exams Can Help Spot Ovarian Cancer
    (22-Sep-2007)
    Contrary to common belief, persistent symptoms can give warning, experts say

  • New Ovarian Cancer Drug Trial Under Way
    (07-Sep-2007)
    Phenoxodiol could help women resistant to other medicines

  • Removing Ovaries Before Menopause Leads to Memory, Movement Troubles
    (29-Aug-2007)
    Hormone-replacement therapy seems to lessen likelihood of problems, study finds

  • Cranberry Could Juice Up Ovarian Cancer Treatment
    (21-Aug-2007)
    In lab experiments, it boosted drugs' killing power 6-fold

  • Hormone Therapy Extends Lives of Ovarian Cancer Patients
    (15-Jun-2007)
    The use of letrozole may also delay need for chemotherapy, study says

  • Combining PET, CT Scans Can Improve Ovarian Cancer Care
    (07-Jun-2007)
    This approach spots hidden disease, guides treatment, researchers say

  • New Imaging Techniques Hold Promise for Variety of Diseases
    (07-Jun-2007)
    Advances could lead to better treatments for illnesses such as heart disease, Alzheimer's, ovarian cancer, studies say

  • Diabetes Drug Boosts Chemo's Effectiveness
    (07-May-2007)
    Avandia gives push to plantinum-based therapies, researchers say

  • Studies Assess Risk of Developing Primary, Secondary Cancers
    (20-Apr-2007)
    Genetics, lifestyle, environment interact to cause disease, researchers say

  • Fruits and Vegetables Fight Off Cancer
    (16-Apr-2007)
    Three studies suggest that eating well can reduce risk

  • Women Under-Treated for Ovarian Cancer
    (09-Apr-2007)
    A third of U.S. patients don't get recommended surgical treatment, study finds

  • 'Expert Centers' Give More Cost-Effective Cancer Care
    (12-Mar-2007)
    Study finds these hospitals are more costly, but provide savings over long term

  • Screening Test Detects Ovarian Cancer
    (11-Dec-2006)
    Finding shows that quantifying symptoms can be useful in making an earlier diagnosis

  • Hormone Therapy Ups Ovarian-Cancer Risk
    (03-Oct-2006)
    But most women aren't taking the treatment as steadily as they once did, researchers note

  • Ovary Removal Raises Young Women's Death Risk
    (15-Sep-2006)
    The finding sheds new light on estrogen-replacement therapy, experts says

  • Protein Test Spots Risk for Breast, Ovarian Cancer
    (15-Sep-2006)
    FANCD2 illuminates a new kind of genetic danger, experts explain

  • Obesity Reduces Ovarian Cancer Survival
    (28-Aug-2006)
    It may also boost risk for tumor recurrence, study finds

  • Geneticists Make Progress Against Ovarian Cancer
    (21-Aug-2006)
    They've developed a model that spots genes driving the disease

  • Bilingual Clinics Boost Cancer Screening for Hispanic Women
    (21-Aug-2006)
    Immigrant patients more comfortable speaking to health staff in Spanish, study confirms

  • Gene Silencer Helps Shut Down Ovarian Cancer
    (18-Aug-2006)
    Mouse study shows promise for the new technique

  • Breast Cancer Gene Mutations More Common Than Thought
    (15-Aug-2006)
    BRCA1 and 2 almost as prevalent in black women as in white, researchers report

  • Topotecan Not Recommended for Ovarian Cancer
    (01-Aug-2006)
    German researchers say drug should not be part of first-line treatment

  • Gemzar Approved for Recurrent Ovarian Cancer
    (19-Jul-2006)
    Already sanctioned for several other malignancies

  • Studies Highlight Strategies to Reduce Ovarian, Breast Cancer Risk
    (11-Jul-2006)
    Removal of ovaries, weight loss benefits women susceptible to the diseases

  • Food Antioxidants, Vitamin D Fight Breast Cancer
    (07-Apr-2006)
    These compounds may also lower risk for ovarian tumors, studies find

  • Genetic Tests for Cancer Not Perfect
    (21-Mar-2006)
    They missed 12% of mutations among breast-cancer patients, study finds

  • Aspirin Derivative May Treat Recurrence of Ovarian Cancer
    (14-Feb-2006)
    Studies on tumor cells in lab show promise, researcher says

  • Surgeon's Area of Specialty Affects Ovarian Cancer Results
    (31-Jan-2006)
    But hospital volume and surgeon experience has little impact, studies find

  • Hysterectomy Reduces Cancer Odds for High-Risk Women
    (18-Jan-2006)
    Those with Lynch syndrome may benefit from removal of uterus and ovaries, study reports

  • Abdominal Chemo Bests Traditional IV Treatment for Ovarian Cancer
    (04-Jan-2006)
    Average survival increased by nearly 16 months, study reports

  • Vitamin D May Prevent Some Cancers
    (28-Dec-2005)
    But many blacks, elderly aren't getting enough, study suggests

  • Tea Reduces Ovarian Cancer Risk
    (12-Dec-2005)
    Women who drink tea can cut their risk by almost 50 percent

  • Ovarian Cancer Screening Methods Inaccurate
    (07-Nov-2005)
    False-positive results cause too many women to undergo unnecessary surgeries, study finds

  • A Shopping Cart of Cancer Fighters
    (31-Oct-2005)
    Research sheds light on possible tumor-taming properties of vegetables and herbs

  • Patient Blood Bank Will Spur Ovarian Cancer Research
    (12-Oct-2005)
    The goal: an early detection test for malignancy's return

  • Familial Breast Cancer Doesn't Always Boost Ovarian Cancer Risk
    (20-Sep-2005)
    Women without specific mutations face usual odds of ovarian malignancy, study finds

  • Gene Linked to Aggressive Ovarian Cancer
    (19-Sep-2005)
    Discovery may lead to new drug therapies, researchers say

  • Breast Cancer Gene Tied to Non-Breast Tumors in Men
    (01-Sep-2005)
    BRCA2 mutations up risks for other malignancies, study finds

  • Chemo-Hormone Combo Curtails Toxic Side Effects
    (23-Aug-2005)
    Research with mice offers hope for ovarian, breast and prostate tumors

  • Stomach Pain, Swelling Could Signal Ovarian Cancer
    (22-Aug-2005)
    These common distresses merit more scrutiny, a new study suggests

  • High Milk Intake May Boost Ovarian Cancer Risk
    (05-Aug-2005)
    But the association is a weak one, researchers say

  • Keeping Ovaries After Hysterectomy Boosts Survival
    (01-Aug-2005)
    Study says preservation protects against heart disease, osteoporosis

  • Cancer Doesn't Have to Cost You Your Fertility
    (14-Jul-2005)
    New treatments can enable patients to still have children, review notes

  • Social Support May Aid Women with Ovarian Cancer
    (13-JUN-2005)
    Relationships linked to lower levels of a telltale protein, study finds

  • Health Tip: Pap Test for All Women?
    (27-MAY-2005)
    Here are new guidelines

  • Moderate Exercise May Lower Risk for Ovarian Cancer
    (16-MAY-2005)
    Benefits accrue to women of all ages, study finds

  • Certain Factors May Cut Ovarian Cancer Risk
    (11-MAY-2005)
    They include bone fractures, contraceptive use, researchers report

  • Blood Test for Ovarian Cancer Shows Promise
    (09-MAY-2005)
    Screen of four proteins showed 95% effectiveness in study

  • Mixed Results for Lymph-Removing Ovarian Cancer Surgery
    (20-APR-2005)
    but didn't affect overall survival

  • Promising Ovarian Cancer Drug Under Study
    (27-MAR-2005)
    A6 shuts down blood supply tumors need to grow

  • Promising Ovarian Cancer Test Doesn't Work: Study
    (15-FEB-2005)
    Re-analysis of data finds flaws in protein-based screen

  • How Blood Platelets Speed Cancer's Spread
    (15-DEC-2004)
    Study describes two ways they help tumors travel to bone

  • Breast Cancer Genes Tied to Other Malignancies
    (15-NOV-2004)
    But risk of pancreatic, prostate, stomach cancer still low, study finds

  • Ovary Transplant to Arm a Success
    (08-NOV-2004)
    Researchers report second-ever transplant of entire organ

  • Ovarian Cancer Rates Leveling Off Across Europe
    (27-OCT-2004)
    Study finds incidence dropping in northern Europe, rising in southern, eastern Europe

  • Key Protein in Breast, Ovarian Cancer Found
    (25-OCT-2004)
    Discovery could lead to better prognosis, treatment

  • Chemo OK for Early-Stage Ovarian Cancer
    (28-SEP-2004)
    Study suggests attacking it before it has chance to advance

  • Blood Test Predicts Odds Against Ovarian Cancer
    (15-SEP-2004)
    Using it could avoid costly, time-consuming CT scans, study says

  • Ovarian Cancer Blood Test Appears Promising
    (30-AUG-2004)
    But more research is needed before it will become available

  • Blood Test Detects Ovarian Cancer
    (15-AUG-2004)
    Screen for three proteins linked to malignancies


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