Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month

March is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month.

Last year, on 1 April 2020, we lost our wonderful science technician, Mrs Carol Bareham, to this devastating disease.

From the moment of her diagnosis Carol worked tirelessly to raise awareness of ovarian cancer and the early warning signs, so that other women could reach a diagnosis earlier and receive treatment sooner. We, at Larne High School, would like to carry on that legacy.

We are not asking for donations, although we will include a link to donate to Target Ovarian Cancer if you would like to do so. Instead we would like to invite you to take part in Target Ovarian Cancer's 1 in 50 awareness challenge.

1 in 50 women will be diagnosed with ovarian cancer in their lifetime. That's why we're challenging you to tell 50 people about the symptoms of ovarian cancer. It's simple – and could save a life.

We would really appreciate it if you could take the time to share this post.

Carol, we miss you.