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Caregivers of ovarian cancer patients face high stress and major gaps in support

Written by | 6 May 2026

A new scoping review from the University of Toronto reveals that caregivers of loved ones with ovarian cancer face significant emotional strain, heavy caregiving responsibilities, and limited support… read more.

Elahere (mirvetuximab soravtansine-gynx) shows consistent survival benefit in long-term analysis for certain ovarian cancer patients – AbbVie

Written by | 26 Mar 2025

AbbVie announced the final analysis of the confirmatory Phase III MIRASOL trial evaluating the efficacy and safety of Elahere  (mirvetuximab soravtansine-gynx) in women with folate receptor alpha (FRα)-positive… read more.

Could the contraceptive pill reduce risk of ovarian cancer?

Written by | 6 Feb 2025

It’s a little pill with big responsibilities. But despite its primary role to prevent pregnancy, the contraceptive pill (or ‘the Pill’) could also help reduce the risk of ovarian… read more.

European Commisson approves Elahere (mirvetuximab soravtansine) for FRα positive, platinum-resistant high grade serous epithelial ovarian, fallopian tube or primary peritoneal cancer – Abbvie

Written by | 12 Dec 2024

AbbVie  announced the European Commission (EC) granted marketing authorization for Elahere (mirvetuximab soravtansine) for the treatment of adult patients with folate receptor-alpha (FRα) positive, platinum-resistant high grade serous… read more.

Positive CHMP opinion for mirvetuximab soravtansine for the treatment of certain ovarian cancer – AbbVie

Written by | 6 Oct 2024

AbbVie announced that the European Medicines Agency’s (EMA) Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use (CHMP) has adopted a positive opinion recommending the marketing authorization of mirvetuximab soravtansine… read more.

Most accurate ultrasound test could detect 96% of women with ovarian cancer

Written by | 5 Oct 2024

An ultrasound test that detected 96% of ovarian cancers in postmenopausal women should replace current standard of care test in the UK according to a new study. In… read more.

Positive CHMP opinion for mirvetuximab soravtansine (Elahere) for the treatment of certain adult ovarian cancer – AbbVie

Written by | 25 Sep 2024

AbbVie announced that the European Medicines Agency’s (EMA) Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use (CHMP) has adopted a positive opinion recommending the marketing authorization of mirvetuximab soravtansine… read more.

Landmark study shows elevated cancer risk for women with endometriosis

Written by | 1 Aug 2024

A landmark study from researchers at Huntsman Cancer Institute at the University of Utah (the U), the Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine at the U, and Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine found… read more.

Elahere (mirvetuximab soravtansine) meets primary end point of PICCOLO trial in FR alpha-High, platinum-sensitive ovarian cancer – AbbVie

Written by | 18 Jun 2024

AbbVie announced positive topline results from the Phase II PICCOLO trial evaluating investigational mirvetuximab soravtansine (ELAHERE) monotherapy in heavily pre-treated patients with folate receptor-alpha (FRalpha) positive, platinum-sensitive ovarian… read more.

Mayo scientists developing at-home swab tests for endometrial, ovarian cancer

Written by | 4 Jun 2024

Early detection improves treatment outcomes for endometrial and ovarian cancers, yet far too often women are diagnosed in advanced stages of these diseases. Unlike many other cancers, there… read more.

FDA grants full approval for Elahere (mirvetuximab soravtansine-gynx) for certain ovarian cancer patients – Abbvie

Written by | 1 Apr 2024

AbbVie announced that the FDA has granted full approval for Elahere (mirvetuximab soravtansine-gynx) for the treatment of folate receptor alpha (FR?)-positive, platinum-resistant epithelial ovarian, fallopian tube or primary… read more.

New method could detect early ovarian cancer from urine samples

Written by | 15 Feb 2024

New research by Joseph Reiner and colleagues at Virginia Commonwealth University shows promise for a urine-based test for ovarian cancer. Reiner will present their research at the 68th Biophysical… read more.

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