Join the Colorado Ovarian Cancer Alliance tomorrow as they March on the Capitol to raise awareness of ovarian cancer among Coloradans. Gather on the west steps of the State Capitol Friday, Sept. 3, noon. A formal program begins at 12:30 p.m. and includes State Representative and cancer survivor, Dianne Primavera and others.
Ovarian cancer is rare. In Colorado less than 400 women get an ovarian cancer diagnosis each year, and the American Cancer Society reports that in 2009 ovarian cancer was the 9th leading type of cancer diagnosed among U.S. women.
However, ovarian cancer diagnosis rarely occurs early. As such, ovarian cancer often leads to premature death, and is the 5th leading cause of cancer death among U.S. women.
While the vague symptoms of ovarian cancer often get overlooked, Dr. Monique Spillman who studies ovarian cancer at the University of Colorado Hospital advises women to know their bodies. Symptoms of bloating, pain, urinary frequency or urgency may indicate a number of non-cancer issues but become concerning when occurring in an unusual fashion and/or persist. For additional online information about ovarian cancer symptoms, see the Mayo Clinic's review. For personal concerns about ovarian cancer, discuss promptly with your physician
September is National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month and Colorado Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. Join in the events at the Colorado State Capitol tomorrow and learn about the disease and the issues.
The Colorado Ovarian Cancer Alliance (COCA), a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit established in June, 2005, promotes awareness about ovarian cancer through advocacy, education and support. COCA is a partner member of the Ovarian Cancer National Alliance (OCNA).
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