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Cannabis Compounds Show Promise in Targeting Ovarian Cancer

Originally Published 25 days ago — by SciTechDaily

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Laboratory studies suggest that a combination of cannabis-derived compounds THC and CBD can inhibit the growth and spread of ovarian cancer cells with minimal effects on healthy cells, offering potential for new, less toxic treatments, though further research is needed to confirm efficacy and safety in vivo.

Johnson & Johnson ordered to pay $40 million over talcum powder cancer claims

Originally Published 29 days ago — by ABC News

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A Los Angeles jury awarded $40 million to two women claiming Johnson & Johnson's talcum powder caused their ovarian cancer, amid ongoing legal battles over the safety of talc in their products. Johnson & Johnson plans to appeal the verdict, which follows other recent large settlements related to talc and cancer claims.

Rare genetic condition led to breakthrough in her cancer treatment

Originally Published 2 months ago — by AOL.com

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Diane Davis's advanced ovarian cancer was initially thought incurable until molecular testing revealed she had Lynch syndrome, a genetic condition that made her cancer more responsive to immunotherapy, leading to a complete remission and highlighting the importance of genetic testing in cancer treatment.

Christiane Amanpour Announces Ovarian Cancer's Return and Urges Body Awareness

Originally Published 2 months ago — by Yahoo News Singapore

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Christiane Amanpour announced her ovarian cancer has returned for a third time, but she is managing it well and emphasizes the importance of listening to one's body and having a strong support system. She shared her journey publicly to raise awareness and highlight the significance of early diagnosis and community support in battling cancer.

Innovative Methods Unveil Cancer Evolution and Resistance in Ovarian Cancer

Originally Published 3 months ago — by Nature

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The study introduces CloneSeq-SV, a method combining single-cell whole-genome sequencing and circulating tumor DNA analysis to track clonal evolution and structural variants in ovarian cancer, revealing mechanisms of drug resistance and potential for adaptive therapy.

Mother of Two Diagnosed with Ovarian Cancer After Sinus Infection Misdiagnosis

Originally Published 3 months ago — by ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos

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An Ohio mother of two was diagnosed with ovarian cancer after initially mistaking her symptoms for a sinus infection, highlighting the importance of awareness and early detection of this often silent disease, especially during Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month.

Ovarian Cancer Patient Claims Symptoms Were Ignored by Medical Staff

Originally Published 3 months ago — by BBC

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Natasha Reynolds, a 23-year-old woman from Sheffield, experienced an 18-month delay in ovarian cancer diagnosis due to her symptoms being dismissed by doctors as IBS or endometriosis, highlighting the need for better listening and investigation by medical professionals. Now cancer-free after surgery, she urges women to advocate for themselves and for doctors to take persistent symptoms seriously, as new NHS guidelines aim to improve early diagnosis.

FDA Grants Breakthrough Status to Raludotatug Deruxtecan for CDH6-Expressing Ovarian and Gynecologic Cancers

Originally Published 3 months ago — by Merck.com

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Raludotatug deruxtecan has received FDA Breakthrough Therapy Designation for treating CDH6-expressing platinum-resistant ovarian, peritoneal, or fallopian tube cancers, based on promising early trial data, marking a significant step in developing new treatments for these difficult-to-treat cancers.

Communities and Leaders Unite to Raise Ovarian Cancer Awareness in September

Originally Published 4 months ago — by The White House (.gov)

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During National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, the President emphasizes the fight against ovarian cancer, highlights efforts to improve healthcare access and affordability, and commits to eradicating all forms of cancer to build a healthier future for Americans.