Today, the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Women’s Health launches its new position paper, Can We Fix Ovarian Cancer Without Fixing Women’s Health?, at a parliamentary event in the House of Commons.
The paper highlights how the persistent challenges in ovarian cancer including late diagnosis, unequal access to treatment, and poor survival rates reflect broader systemic issues in women’s health. Drawing on evidence from patient groups, clinicians and experts, it sets out clear recommendations for Government and the NHS to deliver earlier diagnosis, more equitable access to care, and stronger national leadership.
The report calls for a shift in mindset to prioritise women’s health, improved coordination between primary and secondary care, and the development of more specialised ovarian cancer treatment pathways. It also urges the Government to set ambitious national targets to improve survival and outcomes for women across the UK.
The APPG looks forward to working with Parliamentarians, policymakers and the wider women’s health community to ensure ovarian cancer and women’s health remain at the heart of national policy.
The APPG on Women’s Health Spotlight Campaign on Ovarian Cancer and its associated materials/activities have been commissioned and funded by AbbVie.