A new draft NICE guideline for inherited ovarian cancer published last week recommends more people are tested for genes linked to ovarian cancer.

Anyone can carry a gene linked to ovarian cancer and many people may not know they are at higher risk, with best estimates suggesting only around 3% of people know they have a high-risk gene. The guideline aims to raise greater awareness and increase the availability of genetic testing, allowing people to take preventive measures such as surgery, meaning fewer…