HealthDay (4/12, Preidt) reports, “Ovarian cancer is a tough diagnosis to cope with, and now a new study finds these patients face a much higher risk of depression and other mental” illnesses. In addition, “the emotional anguish exacted a significant toll: The researchers also found it was associated with an increased risk of death during the study period among these women.” The study is “scheduled for presentation during the AACR’s virtual annual meeting, held from April 10 to 15.”
Related Links:
— “Ovarian Cancer Diagnosis Can Take Big Toll on Women’s Mental Health ” Robert Preidt, HealthDay, April 12, 2021