Latest Medical & OCAN News Articles

The Ovarian Cancer Alliance of Nevada wants to help extend your knowledge by keeping you informed about the latest happenings in this area of your health. They consist of articles not only about medical breakthroughs, but of success, hope, and actions. The following links are to articles for a previous month, that have appeared in newspapers and publications from sources throughout both the U.S. and world wide, and are available with on-line editions. Each listing has a short opening paragraph of the article. The listing of the links are by date published, with the most recent found listed first.

For archived articles prior to the month displayed, please see: Ovarian Cancer Archived News


June 2007

June 30, 2007 - "MediLexicon International Ltd", UK
Advancements In The Early Diagnosis Of Ovarian Cancer May 'Lay' With Chickens
A study in the July issue of the Journal of Ultrasound in Medicine indicates scientists may have discovered the perfect model for potentially developing early detection of ovarian cancer; the chicken. The study by researchers at Rush University Medical Center and the University of Illinois in Chicago and Urbana, Champaign, found that ultrasound examination can be used to detect signs of ovarian cancer in laying hens. Study authors say research with chickens could be applied to developing tools for early detection in humans.

June 21, 2007 - "Austin American-Statesman", Austin, TX
Doctors give women tiny sign of hope against ovarian cancer
There is a feeling of helplessness that comes over women when talking about ovarian cancer. It's among the deadlier types of cancers, yet there are few, if any, reliable screening tests for it. It can — and typically does — go undetected until its advanced stages because its symptoms mimic everything from a monthly menstrual cycle to indigestion. Yet, it is curable if detected early.

June 21, 2007 - "Medical News Today", UK
'Real Value' Of Ovarian Cancer Recommendations Might Be Increased Awareness, Editorial Says
The "real value" of recommendations released last week for identifying symptoms that could signal early stages of ovarian cancer might be to "raise awareness" of the disease among physicians and their patients, a New York Times editorial says.

June 20, 2007 - "Indy Star", Indianapolis, IN
Team finds ovarian cancer biomarkers
An international team of researchers has identified biomarkers unique to the cells of blood vessels running through ovarian tumors -- a discovery that could eventually improve screening, diagnosis and treatment for ovarian cancer

June 19, 2007 - "University of Kentucky News", Lexington, KY
O Magazine Features Interview with Ovarian Cancer Expert
an article about ovarian cancer spotlighted on the cover of the July 2007 issue of O Magazine. "Get a Jump on the Silent Killer," an article about ovarian cancer spotlighted on the cover of the July 2007 issue of O Magazine, features an interview with UK HealthCare cancer expert Dr. John van Nagell. The issue is on newsstands today.

June 19, 2007 - "The Detroit News.", Detroit, MI
Ovarian cancer not quiet anymore
Ten years ago, Sheryl Silver's big sister died. Johanna Silver Gordon was 52 when she was diagnosed with stage 3 ovarian cancer and, at the time, her younger sister believed what she read: that ovarian cancer kills silently, without warning signs or symptoms.

June 18, 2007 - "Alaska Superstation - ABC", Anchorage, AK
Gene Thought to Assist Chemo May Help Cancer Thrive
A gene thought to be essential in helping chemotherapy kill cancer cells may actually help them thrive. In a new study of chemo patients, scientists at the Georgia Institute of Technology and the Ovarian Cancer Institute found that 70 percent of subjects whose tumors had mutations in the gene p53 were still alive after five years.

June 13, 2007 - "Alaska Superstation - ABC", Anchorage, AK
Symptoms Education Imperative for Earlier Diagnosis
The Gynecologic Cancer Foundation (GCF) Wednesday announces the first national consensus on ovarian cancer symptoms. Often referred to as the "silent killer" due to the common belief that there are no warning signs or symptoms, ovarian cancer is the most deadly reproductive cancer.

June 20, 2007 - "Medicexchange PLC", New York. NY
PET/CT: the best test for women with ovarian cancer
An advanced molecular imaging technique influenced the management of women with ovarian cancer, detected more sites of disease and identified women whose disease was likely to progress, according to an Australian study released during the 54th Annual Meeting of SNM, the world's largest society for molecular imaging and nuclear medicine professionals.

June 19, 2007 - "CBS13 TV", Sacramento, CA
Study Finds Major Cause Of Ovarian Cancer Mutation
Trudy Crawford isn't allowing chemotherapy or ovarian cancer slow her down. "The word cancer almost sounds like a death sentence to you. But after the treatment I feel very positive," said Crawford. She was diagnosed two years ago-- because the 49-year-old has a strong family history of cancer doctors ran another test.

June 19, 2007 - "Daily Sundial", Northridge, CA
Ovarian cancer still the silent killer
A month before she turned 21, my mother was diagnosed with ovarian cancer. She had visited the gynecologist at 17, complaining of horrible cramps and painful menstrual periods. However, the doctor had simply told her that it was nothing - that it was just the way she was. At 20, she went in for a routine check-up and pelvic exam. Upon examination, they found that one of her ovaries was the size of a small grapefruit - a far cry from their earlier diagnosis.

June 14, 2007 - "Deseret News Publishing", Salt Lake City, UT
Experts bare an ovarian cancer myth
Medical groups now say the disease has early warning signs. Doctors have long assumed that ovarian cancer grows in secret, often producing no symptoms until it's too late. Hoping to dispel that myth, three leading medical societies released a paper Wednesday to educate women and their doctors about its early warning signs. Possible symptoms include:

June 14, 2007 - "CBS 4 TV - CH 4", Denver, CO
List Of Ovarian Cancer Signs Causes Controversy
For the first time, cancer experts are advising women of certain symptoms that might alert them to ovarian cancer, a disease that is hard to spot early and one of the deadliest cancers. Suddenly experiencing weeks of bloating, the need to frequently urinate, eating changes and abdominal or pelvic pain - either one of these or a combination - could be a tip-off to early ovarian cancer, according to several groups of cancer experts.

June 14, 2007 - "Springfield News-Leader", Springfield, MO
Experts advise women on signs of ovarian cancer
For the first time, cancer experts are advising women of certain symptoms that might alert them to ovarian cancer, a medically infamous "silent killer" that is hard to spot early and is one of the deadliest tumors. Suddenly experiencing weeks of bloating, the need to urinate frequently, eating changes and abdominal or pelvic pain — either one of these or a combination — could be a tip-off to early ovarian cancer, according to several groups of cancer experts.

June 13, 2007 - "KLAS TV - CH 8", Las Vegas, NV
Breakthrough In Ovarian Cancer Research
Researchers Discover Symptoms That Could Help Identify Ovarian Cancer Earlier. A potential breakthrough has been made in the detection of ovarian cancer. According to The New York Times, for the first time experts have identified health problems that may be symptoms of the cancer. This discovery could lead to earlier diagnosis and improved survival rates.

June 04, 2007 - "WPXI TV - CH 11", Pittsburgh, PA
Pitt Researchers: Gene Therapy Inhibits Ovarian Cancer Growth
University Of Pittsburgh researchers have used gene therapy to either completely abolish or significantly inhibit tumor progression in a mouse model of ovarian cancer. These findings were presented at the American Society of Gene Therapy annual meeting in Baltimore over the weekend. Researchers believe this breakthrough may significantly improve the prognosis for ovarian cancer patients.

June 04, 2007 - "KLFY TV - CH 10", Lafayette LA
PET/CT: The Best Test for Women With Ovarian Cancer
Study Finds Imaging Changes Management for 59 Percent of Women With Proven or Suspected Recurrent Ovarian Cancer, Say Australian Researchers at SNM's 54th Annual Meeting June 2-6 in Washington, D.C. An advanced molecular imaging technique influenced the management of women with ovarian cancer, detected more sites of disease and identified women whose disease was likely to progress, according to an Australian study released during the 54th Annual Meeting of SNM, the world's largest society for molecular imaging and nuclear medicine professionals.

June 02, 2007 - "Medical News Today", UK
OVArian TUmor REsponse ('OVATURE') Trial Enrolls First U.S. Patient
Researchers at the Harold C. Simmons Comprehensive Cancer Center at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center (UTSMC) have enrolled the first U.S. patient in the worldwide clinical trial looking at oral phenoxodiol in combination with carboplatin for the treatment of recurring ovarian cancer.

June 02, 2007 - "My San Antonio", San Antonio, TX
Sunday is National Cancer Survivors' Day
Sunday is National Cancer Survivors' Day, a day set aside to show the world that life after a cancer diagnosis can be a reality. With simple brushes and acrylic paints, San Antonian Ann Cavett turns simple metal pieces into works of art. For her, it's both personal expression and therapy — a therapy that has helped her survive with ovarian cancer for eight years.

June 01, 2007 - "KOTA TV - CH 3", Rapid City, SD
Genetic Testing Helping Cancer Survivors Fight For Their Loved Ones
Family members of those with certain cancers can identify whether they have inherited a higher risk of developing the disease and even take measures to help prevent its onset. Family members of those who are successfully fighting cancer are protecting themselves and their families from the disease through genetic testing and hereditary cancer risk assessment. Genetic testing offers early detection and the opportunity to not only reduce the risk of cancer, but to save lives.

June 01, 2007 - "Greeley Tribune", Greeley, CO
Plenty of support
During this time of year, Carol Heinz would usually get ready to play in the annual Wells Fargo Bank Cancer Tennis Tournament. This year, unfortunately, a cancer diagnosis is keeping her off the court, but not from supporting the cause. "I felt perfectly fine and I had no indication that I was sick," Heinz said. "I was playing tennis and had all winter, doing 50 sit-ups a day and even jogging over a mile on my treadmill a couple of times a week." When Heinz went in for her yearly physical checkup, doctors diagnosed her with a very aggressive form of ovarian cancer and found a growth the size of a large cantaloupe in her abdomen.

June 01, 2007 - "Fairfield Ledger", Fairfield, IA
Cancer survivor Dickey strong proponent of new vaccine
Shawna Dickey knows the outcome of her battle with cervical cancer could easily have had a different ending. The day they told me I had cancer, like two days later, I got my [laboratory report] from Ottumwa that said 'Your pap smear came back normal,' said Dickey.