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Could talcum powder cause ovarian cancer?

New concerns arise as Health Canada suggests that use of talc powder may be a possible cause of ovarian cancer. However, research thus far has been largely inconclusive. A thorough review of scientific evidence is getting underway.

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World recognizes an awareness deficit as Canadian women hold out hope

Results have just been released following the largest ever survey to learn more about the experience of ovarian cancer internationally. Find out what women with ovarian cancer around the world are saying, how Canadian accounts differ, and how Ovarian Cancer Canada is paving the path to improved outcomes.

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Stories from our community

Featured Story:  Donna You are stronger than you think you are.

Margaret

Being an ovarian cancer thriver was going to be my reality.

MARGARET'S STORY
Trista

At that age I was thinking of having children.

TRISTA'S STORY
Sharon

To find new treatments, we need the clinical trials out there.

SHARON'S STORY
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Mar 01

Expedition of Hope: Everest Base Camp

Sagarmatha National Park, Nepal

Join this year's Expedition of Hope team as they trek to the Everest Base Camp in...

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May 08

Hamilton City Hall Illumination

Hamilton, Ontario

On Wednesday, May 8 watch for the Hamilton City Hall to be illuminated in teal in...

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May 08

World Ovarian Cancer Day

International event

On World Ovarian Cancer Day this Wednesday, May 8, help the World Ovarian Cancer...

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Sep 08

The 2019 Ovarian Cancer Canada Walk of Hope

National event

The Ovarian Cancer Canada Walk of Hope is the largest and most powerful event of its...

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Supporting Awareness and Research

  • 2,800 Canadian women are diagnosed with ovarian cancer every year.
  • 2.1% of donations for cancer are directed toward ovarian cancer.
  • $6M to date has been allocated to research by Ovarian Cancer Canada.
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All our funding comes from people like you. Funds raised go towards support, education and research. Thank you for helping us achieve our mission.

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The Teal Shop is where you can buy items that support Ovarian Cancer Canada. Proceeds from each sale are put hard to work helping women live fuller, better, longer lives. 

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