Birth control pills may protect against some cancers for decades
When it comes to oral contraceptives, women often hear about the increased cancer risk they pose. A new study, however,…
ovarian cancer
Early detection of ovarian cancer
By Jessica L. Crull, MSN, FNP-BC; Deborah K. Mayer, PhD, RN, AOCN, FAAN; and Ann N. Jessup, PhD, RN, FNP-BC…
Implementing a Cancer Risk Assessment Screening Tool: Identifying Patients at Risk for Hereditary Breast and Ovarian Cancer Syndrome
The development and implementation of an HBOC risk assessment protocol can decrease morbidity and mortality.
Inside Knowledge: Get the Facts About Gynecologic Cancer
The Inside Knowledge campaign raises awareness of the five main types of gynecologic cancer: cervical, ovarian, uterine, vaginal, and vulvar. Inside Knowledge encourages women to pay attention to their…
New study reveals no statistical significance between use of talcum powder and ovarian cancer
A new study recently published in the Journal of the American Medical Association reveals that there is no statistical significance…
Ovarian Cancer
Despite decades of research, ovarian cancer remains one of the most lethal of gynecological cancers. Learn more in this article from Aspira.
Parkinson’s Risk Higher in Younger Women Who Have Had Bilateral Oophorectomy
Surgical removal of both ovaries in women under the age of 43 is associated with an increased risk of Parkinson’s…
Position Statement: Hereditary Breast and Ovarian Cancer Risk Assessment
Approximately 5% to 10% of breast cancers and 20% to 25% of ovarian cancers are associated with a hereditary predisposition from an inherited pathogenic variant
Recognizing the Symptoms of Ovarian Cancer Could Reduce Misdiagnosis
Without screening tests, many physicians wrongly assume that early diagnosis for ovarian cancer isn’t possible.
USPSTF: Jury Still Out on Pelvic Exams for Most Gynecologic Conditions
There is insufficient evidence to recommend for or against pelvic exams for most gynecologic conditions among asymptomatic women of reproductive…