head and neck cancer 5 - Throat Cancer Foundation

Innovative Solutions for Swallowing Difficulties: Throat Cancer Foundation’s Collaboration with Leading Universities

March 19, 2025

On Swallowing Awareness day 2025, the Throat Cancer Foundation is proud to be working alongside research teams at University College London (UCL) and the University of Bristol on groundbreaking advancements designed to support those living with swallowing difficulties. Swallowing issues, known medically as dysphagia, are common in individuals who have undergone cancer treatment, particularly for

Dramatic increase incidence of throat cancer

March 13, 2025

A report from the University of Sheffield in collaboration with the Department of Health and Social Care, revealed a significant increase in throat cancers in England between 2013 and 2020, with diagnoses rising by 47%. In 2020 there were over 10,000 new cases and more that 3,000 deaths. The study also highlighted socioeconomic disparities, noting

Statement about the Throat Cancer Foundation, CEO

October 24, 2024

We would like to inform you that our CEO, Jamie Rae is currently on extended leave due to a serious illness, but he is expected to make a full recovery and return to work as soon as possible. During this time, the organisation’s leadership team will continue to manage all day-to-day operations to ensure business

When your family and friends already think you’re a clown

May 7, 2024

…well why not learn to do professionally for FREE, yes free. We have partnered up with Ultra Events to allow you to do that, whilst raising much needed funds for those dealing with throat cancers. You will learn how to make your friends and family laugh whilst building your confidence, by taking on the Ultra

George and Riley complete 10K challenge whilst enduring torrential rain and raise a fantastic £465

May 10, 2023

After their family friend Jon Organ, was diagnosed with a throat cancer in late 2022 and subsequently had a laryngectomy, 15 year old George and 14 year old Riley felt moved and compelled to support him. So, they set themselves the mammoth challenge of running 10K. They set a date, got Throat Cancer Foundation running

Jon Organ’s experience of living with a laryngectomy

April 20, 2023

I wake at 6 am load my nebuliser mask up and sit for 1.5 hours to clear my trachea from the night’s dryness. This allows me to breath. Once done, I then moisturise a lot on my head, face, and neck. I change my base plate that holds my Heat Moisture Exchange (HME) on to

Even Rock Singers Train Their Vocal Chords

April 19, 2023

Late in 2022 we were approached by the owner of a pub in Macclesfield, Called ‘The Swan with Two Necks’ telling us they would like to support us, as part of one of their music events in April. The reason they were doing thing was because the brother, Steven of the owner, Wendy was diagnosed

Throat Cancer Foundation appoints new Ambassador, Jon Organ

April 16, 2023

We are delighted to announce the appointment of Jon Organ, as one of our Ambassadorial team. Here is his personal story about how he was diagnosed with a throat cancer and faced one of the toughest decisions he ever had to make… _______________________________________________________________________ My name is Jon Organ. I’m a 57 year old builder that

Remembering Wonderful Betty Lang

March 21, 2023

Betty sadly passed away on December 19th 2019, aged 73. A mum to three daughters, loving wife, and doting grandmother of six. She was a very caring, loving mum and a good-natured person generally. When she was first diagnosed with throat cancer in 1993, she never complained it, all she wanted was to see her

A Wreck Inside, But Never Admitted

March 21, 2023

A series of short poems by Jon Organ, shared with openness about his experience and his inner thoughts during his throat cancer treatment. Follow Jon on Instagram: @jonscancerlarydiary Honest thoughts about my throat cancer treatment This corridor of hope beckons ahead. Lungs puffed with air, head full of dread. Elongated lights our landing strip high.