05/10/2025
More than 7,000 women are diagnosed with ovarian cancer in the UK each year, but survival rates remain low, in part because many cases are diagnosed at an advanced stage.
Keen to help raise awareness of trainee nursing associate Kelly Mckay-Ainsworth, from Chorley, has shared her story. https://orlo.uk/xAv0m
Through awareness campaigns such as the Ovacome - The Ovarian Cancer Support Charity touring van, and people like Kelly sharing their story, it is hoped that more women will come forward at the first sign of symptoms.
Kelly said: “The reason I tell my journey is to warn others to speak up and to make people aware. It would be amazing to see more awareness made of the symptoms of ovarian cancer and for ladies to have their voices heard."
Each stop on the tour allows women to come forward for advice, symptom checks and signposting, as well as offering the chance to talk to those that have been affected by ovarian cancer.
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