FAQ - Ovacare - Ovarian Cancer Community

How can I join OvaCare?

You can join OvaCare by filling in the online registration form.

My friend is doing a run for OvaCare, can we get t-shirts and sponsorship cards?

If you email info@OvaCare.ie with details we will send out t-shirts and sponsorship cards.

My friend is doing a run for OvaCare, can we get t-shirts and sponsorship cards?

Yes we can send acknowledgement cards and teal ribbons to you so please email info@OvaCare.ie

When is the next patient day or coffee morning?

Details of all our events are listed on our website in advance and members are emailed so it is important to become a member so you are kept up to date on this.

What are the symptoms of ovarian cancer?

The symptoms of ovarian cancer are detailed under our Ovarian Cancer tab/section Ovarian Cancer Symptoms

I have just been diagnosed with ovarian cancer, is there a special centre I should be referred to?

There are 8 cancer centres in Ireland where you may be treated for your disease, details of these and the treatment for the disease are under our Ovarian Cancer tab/section Ovarian Cancer Treatment

My mother was diagnosed with ovarian cancer, am I at risk?

It is estimated that 5-10% of ovarian cancers are hereditary so it is important to know your family history. Details of genetic centres in Ireland are available under our Ovarian Cancer tab/section Ovarian Cancer Risk Factors

Can I be screened for ovarian cancer?

Currently there is no screening for ovarian cancer so awareness of symptoms and knowledge of family history is important.