This fact sheet is your guide to frequently asked questions about ovarian cancer, including questions related to prevention, risk and hereditary factors impacting the disease.
Review Date: April 07, 2011
Ovarian Cancer National Alliance
This booklet has important information about breast cancer. You will read about possible causes, screening, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and supportive care. You will also find ideas about how to cope with the disease.
Review Date: February 28, 2011
NIH National Cancer Institute
There is no commonly recommended screening test for endometrial cancer. However, you can learn about the risk factors to help you determine whether you should be screened for endometrial cancer.
Review Date: February 28, 2011
Foundation for Women's Cancer
This fact sheet describes the BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes and related link to hereditary breast and ovarian cancer. Learn what to do if a person tests positive for one of these alterations, and the consequences of genetic testing.
Review Date: January 25, 2013
NIH National Cancer Institute
Beyond The Shock® is an online resource for women who have been diagnosed with breast cancer, offering educational videos, an online community, questions and answers, and stories of hope.
Review Date: June 01, 2011
National Breast Cancer Foundation, Inc.
This pamphlet gives an overview of the cancers that most frequently affect women, and also details who is at risk for developing the cancers, as well as the guidelines for early detection.
Review Date: March 01, 2011
American Cancer Society
The most common cause of cervical cancer is infection of the cervix with human papillomavirus (HPV). HPV infections that cause cervical cancer are spread mainly through sexual contact. Women who become sexually active at a young age and who have many sexual partners are at a greater risk of HPV infection.
Review Date: October 25, 2012
NIH National Cancer Institute
Studies show that screening for cervical cancer helps decrease the number of deaths from the disease. A Pap test is commonly used to screen for cervical cancer. Learn more about the Pap test here.
Review Date: January 30, 2012
NIH National Cancer Institute
A diet low in saturated fats and high in fruits and vegetables may lower the risk of endometrial cancer. The risk may also be lowered when soy -based foods are a regular part of the diet. Physical activity,and a personal history of pregnancy and breastfeeding, also may play a role in risk reduction.
Review Date: October 25, 2012
NIH National Cancer Institute
Endometrial cancer is one of the most common cancers in American women. Learn about the symptoms, risk factors, treatments and prevention such as, how certain factors can lower your risk of developing the disease.
Review Date: June 14, 2012
Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research
If you have been diagnosed with a gynecological cancer, such as cervical, endometrial, uterine or ovarian cancer, use this search tool to locate a gynecologic oncologist in your area.
Review Date: January 24, 2013
Foundation for Women's Cancer
NOCC volunteers network with patients, family members, and caregivers to provide support and encouragement about ovarian cancer.
Review Date: September 08, 2011
National Ovarian Cancer Coalition, Inc.
This document offers general information about the human papilloma virus (HPV) and the HPV vaccine.
Review Date: May 08, 2012
American Cancer Society
Cervical cancer is one of the most preventable types of cancer. A test for HPV screens for early signs of infection when treatment options are most effective. Early vaccination, along with regular screening, is the best way to prevent cervical cancer.
Review Date: March 14, 2012
Gynecologic Cancer Foundation
National Cervical Cancer Coalition (NCCC) chapters have been established so that no woman, family member or friend should feel alone while battling cervical cancer and HPV. Locate a NCCC chapter in your area.
Review Date: June 08, 2011
National Cervical Cancer Coalition
A fact sheet about research on the risk of developing cancer of the breast, cervix, liver and ovary from the use of oral contraceptives.
Review Date: March 01, 2013
NIH National Cancer Institute
Avoiding risk factors and increasing protective factors may help prevent ovarian cancer. Risk factors include hormone replacement therapy, obesity and use of fertility drugs. Protective factors include a history of oral contraceptive use, pregnancy and breast feeding.
Review Date: October 25, 2012
NIH National Cancer Institute
The National Ovarian Cancer Coalition (NOCC) offers this free kit to help support you and your family throughout the course of your disease.
Review Date: March 21, 2013
National Ovarian Cancer Coalition, Inc.
Why do I need a Pap test? How often do I need to have a Pap test? I don't have health insurance, how can I get a free or low-cost Pap test? Read on to find the answers to these questions, and more.
Review Date: January 30, 2012
Office on Women's Health
It is possible to prevent or cure cervical cancer by removing the abnormal cells before they become cancerous. The pap test is a very effective screening method used in the prevention of cervical cancer in women.
Review Date: April 25, 2012
FCMS International Office
This guide offers you and your partner some information about cancer, sex, and sexuality.
Review Date: November 02, 2011
American Cancer Society
This booklet has important information about cancer of the cervix. It discusses causes, screening, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment. It also has ideas about how to cope with the disease.
Review Date: February 05, 2013
NIH National Cancer Institute
This booklet provides important information about the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of ovarian cancer. You will also find lists of questions to ask your doctor.
Review Date: March 21, 2013
NIH National Cancer Institute
