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title: "41 Support Teal Ribbon Day: The Dangers of Ovarian Cancer and Being Prepared Financially"
description: In this important episode, we shine a light on Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month and Teal Ribbon Day, observed in Australia on 26 February. Ovarian cancer remains the most lethal female cancer in Australia, with around 1,500 women diagnosed each year and a five-year survival rate of just 49 percent. Despite these confronting statistics, awareness remains low, and there is currently no reliable early detection screening tes
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Feb 25, 2026, 12:00:00 AM
# 41 Support Teal Ribbon Day: The Dangers of Ovarian Cancer and Being Prepared Financially
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SUPPORT OVARIAN CANCER AWARENESS: BUY YOUR TEAL RIBBONS FROM ANY TERRY WHITE CHEMIST OR THE OVARIAN CANCER WEBSITE
In this important episode, we shine a light on Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month and Teal Ribbon Day, observed in Australia on 26 February. Ovarian cancer remains the most lethal female cancer in Australia, with around 1,500 women diagnosed each year and a five-year survival rate of just 49 percent. Despite these confronting statistics, awareness remains low, and there is currently no reliable early detection screening test.
Joining me for this conversation is Dianna Pecherczyk, Partner at MBS Insurance and Senior Financial Adviser specialising in personal insurance. Together, we explore the dangers of ovarian cancer, the known risk factors, and the critical role that financial protection plays when serious illness strikes.
**What We Cover**
**Understanding the Risk of Ovarian Cancer**
We unpack the key data points around ovarian cancer, including the impact of increasing age, hereditary factors, and family history. We also clarify common misconceptions, including the fact that routine cervical screening does not detect ovarian cancer.
**Turning February Teal**
We explain the purpose of Teal Ribbon Day, how you can get involved, and why starting conversations about ovarian cancer matters. Awareness is the first step. Preparation is the next.
**Personal Insurance Overview**
We provide a clear recap of the four key types of personal insurance and how they respond in the event of a cancer diagnosis. We also discuss what may be available beyond a payout, including support services and treatment-related benefits.
**The Financial Reality of Serious Illness**
Through two case studies, Dianna shares real-life examples of clients who claimed across life insurance, Total and Permanent Disablement insurance, trauma insurance and income protection policies. We explore what those claims meant for their families and how having protection in place created options, breathing space and dignity during extraordinarily difficult times.
Wear the teal ribbon this February and support Teal Ribbon Day with us on 26 February. Please start conversations with the women in your life so we can raise awareness, know your body and seek medical advice if something feels persistent or unusual, and understand your family history.
Also, take the opportunity to review your personal insurances. Check what you have inside your super, confirm whether you have life cover, TPD and income protection and consider whether you need additional cover outside super, and ensure the amounts are still appropriate for your stage of life.
If you are unsure, seek advice.
To contact Dianna Pecherczyk at MBS Insurance:
dianna.pecherczyk@mbsinsurance.com.au
[https://mbsinsurance.com.au/](https://mbsinsurance.com.au/)
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