What its response is to the Target Ovarian Cancer campaign, Three Targets to Transform the Future of Ovarian Cancer in Scotland.

The Scottish Government welcomes the publication of Target Ovarian Cancer's ‘Three Targets to Transform the Future of Ovarian Cancer in Scotland’ campaign.Through the Cancer Strategy for Scotland 2023-2033 and Cancer Action Plan for Scotland 2023 – 2026, we are taking forward a range of actions that address the asks of the campaign. These include supporting earlier diagnosis, improving access to diagnostics and treatment, reducing inequalities and improving outcomes for people affected by cancer.The Scottish Government recognises the importance of both public and professional awareness in supporting earlier cancer diagnosis. Through the Detect Cancer Early Programme, including the Get Checked Early campaign, we continue to raise awareness of the signs and symptoms of ovarian cancer and encourage earlier presentation. We also support primary care professionals through ovarian cancer-specific resources available via GatewayC and the Scottish Referral Guidelines for Suspected Cancer, which help clinicians recognise potential symptoms, undertake appropriate investigations and make timely referrals for specialist assessment where cancer is suspected.