Teal Ribbon Day 2018 – Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month 

Teal is the international colour for ovarian cancer awareness. On Teal Ribbon Day, all Australians are encouraged  to purchase and wear a Teal Ribbon to raise awareness of ovarian cancer; show your support for the women, and their families, who are living with the disease; and to remember those who have died.

In 2014, there were 974 deaths from ovarian cancer in Australia. In 2017, it was estimated to have increased to 1,047 deaths.

With no early detection test, it is important that women know the signs and symptoms of ovarian cancer and their family history.

Some signs and symptoms include:

• Abdominal or pelvic pain.
• Increased abdominal size or persistent abdominal bloating.
• Needing to urinate often or urgently.
• Feeling full after eating a small amount.

Participate this February by:

• Raising awareness on social media
• Organising a fundraiser
• Hosting your own afternoon tea
• Volunteering
• Donating

For more information, visit: https://ovariancancer.net.au/teal-ribbon-day/