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  COVID-19 primarily spreads via respiratory droplets when people cough or sneeze. Scientists have yet to understand how easily and sustainably the disease can spread among people. Based on available evidence, researchers do not think that airborne spread is a major transmission route.
  What extra precautions should ovarian cancer patients take?
  Because the COVID-19 outbreak is new, there is not much information available on how this virus affects cancer patients. However, patients with cancer are considered among the groups at high risk of developing a more serious disease as their immune system is weakened by cancer itself and its treatments; those undergoing active treatments such as bone marrow transplants, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy are also at high risk. Those who are not receiving active therapy still need to be cautious. This is because the effects of past therapy are usually long-lasting.
  While cancer patients should follow the general guidelines to prevent the spread of COVID-19, it is important that they consult their doctor on information specific to their condition.
  Family members and caregivers of people with cancer should take appropriate precautions to avoid bringing COVID-19 home and should constantly monitor patients.
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