Posts Tagged ‘oral cancer symptoms’
Survey Reveals People May Ignore Oral Cancer Symptoms
A survey carried out by the British Dental Health Foundation has revealed that many people may be putting their health at risk by ignoring the symptoms of oral cancer. The survey revealed that less than half of people would pursue medical advice or see their dentist within a month if they had an ulcer; 37 […]
Kissing could be the Cause of Increased Mouth Cancer Prevalence
Most people think of romantic images and sharing special moments with loved ones when they think of kissing, but research has revealed that kissing could actually be the cause of an increased number of mouth cancer cases. Many people are aware that drinking and smoking are risk factors for oral cancer, but awareness of the […]
Survey Reveals Most are Unaware of the Causes and Symptoms of Mouth Cancer
A survey has revealed that most people are unaware of the major risk factors and symptoms of oral cancer. The SimplyHealth Annual Dental Health Survey revealed that of the 11,785 adults surveyed, 70 percent were unaware of the symptoms of mouth cancer while only 3 percent knew that kissing could increase your risk of moth […]
California Dental Association Encourages Oral Cancer Screening
The California Dental Association has encouraged California residents to have oral cancer screening tests to try and promote early detection and prevention of the disease. The association has advised residents to support Oral Cancer Awareness Month, which is running throughout April, by taking the time to visit their local dental office for the short screening […]
Oral Cancer Trial Sends Sheffield to the Top of Research League Table
A trial to develop a test, which could enable dentists to detect oral cancer in just 20 minutes, has lifted Sheffield to the top of a national league table for research. The ‘lab on a chip’ trial, which is being overseen by Professor Martin Thornhill, from the University of Sheffield, has catapulted Sheffield Teaching Hospitals […]
Oral Cancer Cases Exceed 6,000 Per Year for the First Time
The number of new cases of oral cancer has topped 6,000 per year. Figures revealed that there were 6,200 new cases of oral cancer diagnosed last year, with two thirds of cases affecting men. Representatives from Cancer Research UK have attributed the increased number of cases to the prevalence of the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV), […]
Meopham Dental Surgery Hosts Oral Cancer Day
A dental surgery in Meopham has hosted an open day to raise awareness of oral cancer and encourage people to have a screening test. The Meopham Dental Centre hosted an open day on Wednesday 30th November to encourage people to get checked out. Screening checks were available for patients and non-patients and staff were on […]
Brechin Father Urges People to get Checked out during Mouth Cancer Action Month
A Brechin father has urged people to get involved in Mouth Cancer Action Month and get checked out after being diagnosed with the disease. Harry Angus, a 37-year-old painter and part-time fire fighter visited his dentist to get an ulcer checked out and was then found to have a cancerous lump. A short time after […]
Expert Raises Concerns Over Mouth Cancer Survival Rates
A leading expert has raised concerns over the survival rates for mouth cancer victims in the UK. Professor Saman Warnakulasuriya, Professor of Oral Medicine at King’s College, London, said that he was concerned that survival rates for mouth cancer were not improving as quickly as other forms of cancer. The oral medicine expert raised his […]
Mouth Cancer Walk Raises Awareness
A sponsored walk has successfully raised awareness of mouth cancer. The Mouth Cancer Foundation provided free oral cancer screening for 77 people on September 17th after hosting the annual Mouth Cancer Awareness Walk. The 10 km walk is designed to raise awareness of the disease, which has become increasingly common in recent years. The screening […]
