Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month
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Find out how employers can use Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month to raise awareness, share resources and support employees affected by ovarian cancer.
The value of promoting ovarian cancer awareness in the workplace
Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month gives you an opportunity to promote awareness of ovarian cancer and the signs to spot.
As an employer, supporting employees affected by ovarian cancer, whether they have been diagnosed themselves or are caring for someone, goes beyond raising awareness.
By offering the right support, you can help your employees feel valued, cared for and able to manage their health and wellbeing.
Promoting Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month at work
Here are some things you can do in your workplace during Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month:
Raise awareness
Let employees know it’s Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month and encourage them to get involved.
You can share information and resources, including common symptoms of ovarian cancer. Target Ovarian Cancer share ways to raise awareness in their digital toolkit.
Organise workplace wellbeing events
Plan workplace events that incorporate health and wellbeing, such as a step challenge, to keep staff engaged.
Provide a safe space for employees to have conversations about ovarian cancer and other health topics.
Provide educational sessions
Invite health professionals into your workplace to talk about ovarian cancer, the risk factors and spotting symptoms.
Promoting awareness throughout the year
Taking small steps can help create a workplace where your employees feel knowledgeable, supported and empowered to look after their health.
Here are some things you can do throughout the year:
Raise awareness about cancer
Make health issues a key part of your workplace wellbeing plans.
Share information about campaigns like Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month through staff communication channels.
You can use our campaigns and events section to find more campaigns to support.
Encourage open conversations
Talking openly about cancer can help raise awareness and improve outcomes.
Encourage employees to have open conversations and promote how to talk about cancer in your workplace.
Provide access to support
Ensure your employees know where to find trusted advice and help.
Consider sharing information from trusted sources including:
Find out more
Find out how your workplace can take part in Ovarian Cancer Awareness month and access useful resources on the Target Ovarian Cancer website.
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