Ovarian Cancer
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Montreal doctor recognized among Canada’s Top 25 Women of Influence for cancer researchMontreal's Dr. Lucy Gilbert is being recognized for her groundbreaking work in the early detection of endometrial and ovarian cancers.CanadaFeb 16
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University of Alberta students raise money for ovarian cancer research in honour of professorA group of students at the University of Alberta is raising money for ovarian cancer research in honour of their professor.HealthSep 13, 2020
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No clear link between talc powder and ovarian cancer, new study suggestsResearchers couldn't find a clear link between using baby powder and ovarian cancer, in the largest study yet on the subject.HealthJan 8, 2020
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Calgary Zoo euthanizes tiger suffering ovarian cancer: ‘An extremely difficult goodbye’Calling it "an extremely difficult goodbye," a statement from the zoo called Katja "a cherished member of the Calgary Zoo family."CanadaNov 19, 2019
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‘It’s a silent killer’: Montreal run for ovarian cancer raises over $140K for early detection testThe survival rates haven't improved in 50 years, but two Montreal women are trying to change that.CanadaSep 29, 2019
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B.C. woman cycling across Canada to raise awareness around ovarian cancerJoan Thompson is now half way through the maritimes to push for improved funding in order to research the disease.CanadaJul 14, 2019
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Canadian researchers make important progress in distinguishing between types of ovarian cancersThe promising news was released Wednesday, which was World Ovarian Cancer Day.HealthMay 8, 2019
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Calgary pastry chef makes spudnuts to support fight against ovarian cancer: ‘warms my heart’The daughter of an ovarian cancer victim is encouraged by here friend's culinary creation to fight the disease.FeaturesMay 6, 2019
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Woman with cancer awarded $29M in Johnson and Johnson talcum powder suitThe plaintiff alleged that Johnson & Johnson's baby powder caused her mesothelioma, a form of cancer linked to asbestos exposure.HealthMar 14, 2019
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Ovarian cancer patients fearful as Canada grapples with specialist shortagePrior to October 2018, there had been two full-time gynecological oncologists based in Saskatoon. Right now, there are none. Patients have to rely on doctors who fly in for a few weeks at a time.CanadaJan 16, 2019
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