09/02/2026
🌸 Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month – Let’s Talk Facts 🌸
March is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, a time to shine a light on a disease that often goes undetected until it’s advanced. Ovarian cancer can be hard to spot early, but knowing the facts and listening to your body can make all the difference.
📊 Ovarian Cancer in Australia
🔹 Around 1,929 women in Australia are estimated to be diagnosed with ovarian cancer in 2025.
🔹 It accounts for about 2.6% of all new cancers in females this year.
🔹 Sadly, over 1,000 Australian women may die from ovarian cancer in 2025.
🔹 The chance of surviving at least 5 years after diagnosis is around 49% and early detection can improve outcomes significantly.
🔎 What Is Ovarian Cancer?
Ovarian cancer is a cancer that starts in the ovaries the reproductive glands that produce eggs and hormones. It can occur at any age but is more common in women over 50.
🩺 How Is It Detected?
There’s currently no routine screening test recommended for ovarian cancer including for high-risk groups because no test has been shown to accurately detect it early in the general population.
Diagnosis usually involves:
• Physical exam
• Ultrasound or other imaging (e.g., CT/MRI)
• Blood tests, including CA-125 (though this isn’t definitive)
• Biopsy/surgery — the only way to confirm a diagnosis.
👀 Why Awareness Matters
Symptoms are often subtle and can be mistaken for everyday issues. Persistent or unusual symptoms deserve attention: abdominal bloating, pelvic or back pain, feeling full quickly, urinary changes, fatigue or unexplained weight changes.
❤️ Your Health Comes First
If you’re worried, have symptoms that won’t go away, or want to discuss your risk:
📅 Book an appointment with:
👩⚕️ Dr Labony Sultana
👩⚕️ Dr Amira Hafez Sobhy
They’re here to support you, answer your questions, and guide you through any concerns.
Book an appointment now by calling 08 9419 1400
✨ Early conversations save lives. Know the signs. Ask the questions. Trust your instincts. ✨
