Women's Health Matters - Ovarian Cancer: An Advocate's Journey

Blogger's Note: I have forgotten about this item until someone mentioned it to me today; time has passed including a Lynch Syndrome mutation diagnosis (MSH2) as well as a second recent primary of urothelial (ureter) carcinoma. That latter and most recent cancer event, in all honesty, was a surprize even though I would believe myself to be well-informed. But then again, it surprized the medical professionals involved as well, so we are in good company. Words of wisdome (mine) - pay attention to rare cancers. The research obviously focuses on the more well known cancers to the demise of many patients.
When first beginning the very long journey in 1999, it is sad to say,obviously in my opinion and in general terms, women still are not receiving the best care possible. The latter is recently and once again re-confirmed by the U.S. recent study during the SGO conference this year (access to care).  Whether women are living in the U.S., Canada or elsewhere, it is safe to assume the stats would remain relative. There are a number of postings on this blog brought to light really by the article in the NY Times and I believe, Reuters.

Women's Health Matters - Ovarian Cancer: An Advocate's Journey