Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month runs throughout March 2026, shining a light on a cancer whose symptoms are frequently overlooked or mistaken for less serious conditions.
When is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month?
Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month is held in March (1-31). It is one of the many UK awareness days that bring people together around a shared cause — see the full calendar.
Why Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month matters
Ovarian cancer is often diagnosed late because its symptoms can be vague, so spreading the word about the signs helps women get diagnosed and treated earlier. Explore health & well-being volunteering.
How to get involved in Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month
There are three simple ways to make Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month count:
- Volunteer — support a women’s cancer charity at an awareness event or in their fundraising office. Browse opportunities.
- Fundraise — host a coffee morning or sponsored challenge to fund ovarian cancer research and care.
- Raise awareness — share the key symptoms so more women know what to look out for and act early.
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Other March Dates
Brain Awareness Week
March 16-22
Eating Disorders Awareness Week
February 28 - March 6
Healthcare Science Week
March
International Day of Happiness
March 20
International Transgender Day of Visibility
March 31
International Women's Day
March 8
Mother's Day
Last Sunday of March
National Salt Awareness Week
March 9-15
No Smoking Day
March 12
Nutrition and Hydration Week
March 10-16
Overseas NHS Workers Day
March 7
Prostate Cancer Awareness Month
1-31
World Autism Acceptance Week
March
World Down Syndrome Day
March 21
World Kidney Day
March 13
World Oral Health Day
March 20
World Sleep Day
March 14
Young Carer's Action Day
March 16
Zero Discrimination Day
March 1
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