PORTLAND, Ore. ( KOIN ) – September is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, and according to the American Cancer Society , a woman’s chance of getting ovarian cancer is one in 78.
That’s why doctors say it is so important to raise awareness about the disease and to know the signs and risk factors that could lead to a diagnosis.
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AM Extra was joined by Anna Demers with the Ovarian Cancer Alliance of Oregon and Southwest Washington and Dr. Gina Westhoff with Legacy Health to discuss early detection and typical signs and symptoms.
Watch the video player above to learn more.
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