February - Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month Ovarian Cancer Australia is raising awareness on Ovarian Cancer this month. The aim is to save lives through educating women at all levels of our society and ensuring that every woman knows the symptoms of ovarian cancer. Contrary to popular belief, a pap smear does not test for ovarian cancer. In 2010, every 11 hours an Australian woman will die from ovarian cancer. Awareness of the disease and its symptoms is critical for woman of all backgrounds and all ages because if ovarian cancer is discovered in the early stages, the majority of women will make a full recovery. The key to early diagnosis is knowing the symptoms, but very few Australian women know the risks and symptoms of ovarian cancer - there is no test for the disease. Only recognition of the symptoms can help save lives. Your support to this vital community health initiative by helping to inform every woman of the risks and symptoms of ovarian cancer will significantly impact on helping to save lives. Please see the Ovarian Cancer Australia website for more information. New Practitioner The Natural Health and Fertility Centre is very happy to welcome Meaghan Katrak - Clinical Social Worker and Counsellor to our team. Meaghan brings a wealth of experience and passion for counselling and has a special interest in women's health and fertility. Please see her page for more information. As always, please feel free to contact us with any requests, suggestions or comments, as we would love to hear from you. Warm wishes, The Team at The Natural Health and Fertility Centre