Changing the Ovarian Cancer Story is a podcast series from the World Ovarian Cancer Coalition which explores the realities, challenges, and progress in tackling ovarian cancer around the world. The time to act is now. Join host Hannah Vaughan Jones as she speaks with survivors, patients, clinicians, scientists, advocates, and caregivers from around the world. Together, they share stories, research, and insights into how we can raise awareness, drive practical action, tackle inequalities in care, break down social taboos and ultimately change the ovarian cancer story for good.
Changing the Ovarian Cancer Story
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Changing the Ovarian Cancer Story is a podcast series from the World Ovarian Cancer Coalition which explores the realities, challenges, and progress in tackling ovarian cancer around the world. The time to act is now. Join host Hannah Vaughan Jones as she speaks with survivors, patients, clinicians, scientists, advocates, and caregivers from around the world. Together, they share stories, research, and insights into how we can raise awareness, drive practical action, tackle inequalities in care, break down social taboos and ultimately change the ovarian cancer story for good.
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April 21, 2026
New Hope In Ovarian Cancer Treatment
<p>What’s changing in ovarian cancer treatment - and who has access to it?</p><p>In this episode, we dive into the biggest innovations transforming ovarian cancer care - from “smart” targeted treatments like PARP inhibitors and antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs), to advances in surgery, immunotherapy, and biomarker testing that help match the right patient to the right treatment. </p><p>But do women around the world have equitable access to these breakthroughs? We explore the real-world barriers patients face - from awareness gaps to issues with access and cost - as well as the significant socioeconomic impact of the disease.</p><p>Host Hannah Vaughan Jones is joined by Isabelle Raq-Coquard, Oncologist, Centre Léon Bérard, Professor of Medecine, Université Claude Bernard Lyon 1 and Co-Chair of the Lancet Commission on Ovarian Cancer. Frances Reid, who led the World Ovarian Cancer Coalition’s groundbreaking Every Woman studies returns to the podcast with her insights.</p><p>The conversation also looks ahead to more personalised care, the growing focus on prevention (including opportunistic salpingectomy - we explain what this is!), and the real hope that earlier detection and improved treatments could transform outcomes for patients in the years ahead.</p><p><br></p><p>Listen to the full episode to understand what’s changing - and what still needs to.</p><p><br></p><p>This episode is sponsored by AbbVie and Verastem.</p>
March 25, 2026
Is Ovarian Cancer in Your Genes?
<p>Is ovarian cancer in your family history?</p><p>In the opening episode of Season 2 of Changing the Ovarian Cancer Story, we explore how knowing the answer to that question - and taking action - could save your life. While many people associate ovarian cancer with symptoms alone, this episode shines a light on what may be hidden in our family history. Around 1 in 5 ovarian cancers are linked to inherited genetic mutations. Host Hannah Vaughan Jones is joined by patient advocate Tamara Hussong Milagre, Professor Adam Rosenthal, and MEP Stine Bosse to unpack what genetic mutations like BRCA1 and BRCA2 really mean, how they impact cancer risk and what you should do if ovarian cancer runs in your family. Through a powerful and deeply personal story, Tamara shares her experience of discovering her own genetic risk - and the life-changing decisions she made about preventative surgery. The conversation also explores what the future could look like, including the work of DISARM, an EU initiative aiming to advance risk assessment and early detection.</p><p><br></p><p>Together, the panel explores:</p><ul><li><p>The link between inherited genetic risk and ovarian cancer</p></li><li><p>The importance of genetic testing and counselling</p></li><li><p>Advances in early detection, screening, and personalised risk assessment</p></li><li><p>The emotional and psychological impact of hereditary cancer risk</p></li><li><p>How policy and innovation are shaping the future of prevention<br></p></li></ul><p>When it comes to ovarian cancer, knowledge isn’t just power - it’s potentially life-saving.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Show Notes</strong></p><p>To find out more about DISARM go to<strong> </strong><a href="https://disarm-project.eu/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://disarm-project.eu/</a></p><p>To find out more about the work of EVITA <a href="https://evitacancro.org/en/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://evitacancro.org/en/</a></p><p>To access the EVITA platform <a href="https://evitacancro.org/en/evita-platform/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://evitacancro.org/en/evita-platform/</a></p><p><br></p>
December 11, 2025
22 Countries, 2,446 Stories
<p>In this groundbreaking episode of Changing the Ovarian Cancer Story titled "22 Countries, 2,446 Stories”, we explore the realities faced by women with ovarian cancer in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). Featuring insights from Frances Reid, Study Lead of the landmark Every Woman Study™: LMIC Edition, Sonia Muliyil, Editor-in-Chief of The Lancet Obstetrics, Gynaecology, & Women’s Health, and Dr. Aisha Mustapha, obstetrician, consultant and clinical lead in Nigeria, we uncover the challenges, disparities, and financial impacts women face worldwide.</p><p>Discover how high-quality data from 2,446 women across 22 LMICs is driving policy change, improving awareness, and inspiring hope. This episode also highlights the Nigeria Pilot project, a direct outcome of the study, showing how research can lead to real-world action and better ovarian cancer care.</p><p>Join us to hear the voices of women who are changing the ovarian cancer story - and learn how awareness, advocacy, and evidence are shaping a brighter future.</p><p><br></p><p>Read the Global Report here: https://worldovariancancercoalition.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/WOCC_Every-Woman-Study-Report-DIGITAL.pdf</p><p>Read The Lancet Publication here: https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lanogw/article/PIIS3050-5038%2825%2900047-0/fulltext</p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
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