No clear link between talc powder and ovarian cancer, new study suggests
Researchers couldn’t find a clear link between using baby powder and ovarian cancer, in the largest study yet on the subject. Continue reading
Ovarian Cancer
Calgary Zoo euthanizes tiger suffering ovarian cancer: ‘An extremely difficult goodbye’
By Gil Tucker Reporter
Calling it “an extremely difficult goodbye,” a statement from the zoo called Katja “a cherished member of the Calgary Zoo family.” Continue reading
‘It’s a silent killer’: Montreal run for ovarian cancer raises over $140K for early detection test
The survival rates haven’t improved in 50 years, but two Montreal women are trying to change that. Continue reading
B.C. woman cycling across Canada to raise awareness around ovarian cancer
Joan Thompson is now half way through the maritimes to push for improved funding in order to research the disease. Continue reading
Canadian researchers make important progress in distinguishing between types of ovarian cancers
By Margeaux Maron Community Reporter
The promising news was released Wednesday, which was World Ovarian Cancer Day. Continue reading
Calgary pastry chef makes spudnuts to support fight against ovarian cancer: ‘warms my heart’
By Gil Tucker Reporter
The daughter of an ovarian cancer victim is encouraged by here friend’s culinary creation to fight the disease. Continue reading
Woman with cancer awarded $29M in Johnson and Johnson talcum powder suit
The plaintiff alleged that Johnson & Johnson’s baby powder caused her mesothelioma, a form of cancer linked to asbestos exposure. Continue reading
Ovarian cancer patients fearful as Canada grapples with specialist shortage
By Heather Yourex-West Network Digital Journalist: Alberta Correspondent
Prior 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. Continue reading
Sask. firefighters to receive expanded cancer coverage
By David Baxter Reporter
Sask. firefighters will now be able to claim prostate, skin, breast, myeloma, cervical and ovarian cancer as occupational diseases with the Saskatchewan Workers’ Compensation Board Continue reading
West Island Cancer Wellness Centre holds first fundraising run in Kirkland
By Phil Carpenter Photojournalist
The event happened on a pedestrian path in Kirkland Saturday afternoon with just over a hundred participants dressed like superheroes — hence the name: “Hero Run.” Continue reading