Screening for Ovarian cancer
As the six o’clock news told of all the ugliness in the world, the wars, the horror and the hate, I was already tuning out….but like a ray of sunlight, the news article that followed, brought tears to my eyes, and great joy in my heart! FINALLY! REAL HOPE…..Then I saw my mother’s face…but it but wasn’t MY mother- The lady sharing her story of her diagnosis, clenching her two girls and giving thanks to researchers, was just one more woman. A woman living with Ovarian cancer, re-inforcing the seriousness of the need for an early detection test for this disease…and as she spoke, the research doctor came in over the top, sharing the good news of their latest find. The blood test that could very well be on the same scale as that of a pap smear for Cervical cancer and a mammogram for Breast cancer.FINALLY…and just as our National Ovarian cancer awareness week came to a close…we couldn’t have asked for a bigger event.
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Medical researchers say they have developed one of the first early detection tests for ovarian cancer.
Most women suffering from ovarian cancer only learn of their condition when the cancer is in its advanced stages.
Professor Greg Rice from the Women’s Cancer Foundation says the test has about a 94 per cent accuracy rate.
However he says it must be at least 99 per cent accurate to attract government subsidies.
Professor Rice says the test measures five blood components.
"It’s a different type of blood test - it measures five substances in blood, and has a better diagnostic accuracy, particularly for early stage ovarian cancer," he said.
"It will probably be in the range of $100 to $200, so yes that’s pricey, in one sense.
"If it identifies that you are at risk of ovarian cancer, is it costly? No."
The test will be available within six months.
http://www.bigpond.com/news/technology/content/20080302/2177364.asp
- Boomer Reports, Ovarian Cancer, Women's Health | Time: 2:06 pm (UTC+8)
This is wonderful news. It is pricy, but what price do you put on your health?
Thank you for sharing with us.
Blessings,
Betty
Comment by Betty Lynch — March 2, 2008 @ 3:49 pm
This is great news! What price do you put on your health? I think this test is more afforable than we may think.
Thank you for keeping us informed.
Blessings,
Betty
Comment by Betty Lynch — March 2, 2008 @ 3:52 pm
I know this subject has been your platform and it’s wonderful to know the media is starting to take note. There really is truth to the saying that “All It takes sometimes is one (LOUD) voice.”
Keep beating the drum for the cause, Deb.
Comment by Beverly Mahone — March 2, 2008 @ 4:03 pm
Test test
Comment by Debstar — March 2, 2008 @ 5:13 pm
This is good news. We lost a dear friend to this disease a few years ago and her daughter was left an orphan - so sad.
Comment by Kathie M. Thomas — March 2, 2008 @ 9:18 pm
This is great news! I know you must feel relief that more women will receive early diagnosis and recover from Ovarian Cancer.
You have honored your mother’s memory through your awareness campaign. She would be proud of you!
Comment by Pam Archer — March 3, 2008 @ 6:05 am
Isn’t it something?! I remember not that long ago researchers “talking” about the possibilities, and the frustration for those waiting on the word. This news has brought great hope for so many other women and girls! The only time mum spoke of the disease, was when she was told she had it. The last time came as a plea to warn others.There’s still much to learn about ovarian cancer, but at least in the very near future, finding it won’t be as difficult. Thanks to all for your comments.
‘From a whisper, to a roar….ovarian cancer silent, NO MORE!’
Love Debbie xx
Comment by Debstar — March 3, 2008 @ 8:00 am
Fantastic news! I know how hard you have worked to see this come about. Your mother would be so proud of you, as I am. Liza
Comment by Elizabeth Parsons — March 3, 2008 @ 11:41 am