We are the UK's ovarian cancer support charity

Ovacome is the national UK ovarian cancer charity focused on providing support and information to anyone affected by ovarian cancer. This includes people who have either been diagnosed with the disease or think that they might be at risk, as well as their friends and family and healthcare professionals.

We are a strong community of many thousands of people, all working together with the aim of reducing isolation, sharing information, promoting knowledge and supporting anyone affected by ovarian cancer.

Every year we provide direct support to over 6,200 people through our support line and events. Nearly 80,000 people access our expert information materials.

When I first got the diagnosis, it was as if Id been thrown into the water without a life raft and I was so frightened, but you were there for me and youve been everything, so thank you

We provide a range of support services, including:

a telephone support line, as well as email and instant chat support
a 24 hour online forum
regional support and information events
an online programme of support groups and webinars
expert information booklets on ovarian cancer, to support you through treatment and beyond

Our chat yesterday really helped me. Having a support network is so important for these major life-changing events. Knowing that you and your organisation are there is a great comfort.

We also run a highly successful UK Survivors Teaching Students programme, giving presentations and educating student nurses, doctors and specialists on signs, symptoms and experiences of people with ovarian cancer. We are the European representatives of this programme, which began in the United States.

Ovacome campaigns to help people and health professionals recognise the signs and symptoms of ovarian cancer and for high quality care and treatment to be available to all.

We are not a campaign group or a research charity; we maintain a clear focus on support. Whether you would like to speak to us anonymously or face to face, we are here to support you in your times of need and we are committed to doing so in as many ways as possible.

Equality, diversity and inclusion

Ovacome is focused on providing support to anyone affected by ovarian cancer. We work with our community and partner organisations with the aim of reducing isolation, sharing information, promoting knowledge, and supporting anyone affected by ovarian cancer. We acknowledge that some people face barriers to accessing diagnosis, treatment, and support, and we are working towards reducing barriers faced by underserved communities.

Read our full equality, diversity and inclusion statement here.