Prevention and early diagnosis are two of the most important tools we have when it comes to saving lives, for those affected by throat cancers. When detected and referred early enough we see survival rates as high as 95%. Too often, people either ignore or dismiss the warning signs, leading to a later-stage diagnosis. This ultimately
‘My throat cancer was caused by HPV – men need to know they can get it too’ Read full article in Metro Newspaper ‘My throat cancer was caused by HPV – men need to know they can get it too’
Patient Ambassador – Victoria Workman, Worthing In 2012, Victoria Workman, retired ‘Children’s Work Manager’, and grandma of two was diagnosed with a Human Papillomavirus (HPV) related throat cancer. She had been experiencing choking sensations, along with an awful cold that would not shift, and her mouth was in a lot of pain. It was her
The Throat Cancer Foundation is currently updating two guides which, since they were first published in 2018, have proved very helpful to many clinicians and other professionals working in the head and neck cancer field. Both are on HPV and throat cancer: HPV and Throat Cancer: Information for patients, their families and loved ones HPV
WHO ARE CANCER RESEARCH UK? Cancer Research UK have been going since 1902 and along the way have achieved a long list of firsts. Now they are pushing well into the future – developing newer, kinder treatments, getting closer to cures. More than 1 in 3 of us will develop cancer at some point in
WHO ARE MACMILLAN.CANCER SUPPORT? Macmillan are one the UK’s largest charities dedicated to supporting those with cancer. They offer a wide range of services and are involved in every facet of cancer care: from diagnosis, to treatment and recovery to coping with life limiting conditions and loss. Macmillan are there for all people affected by
We are delighted to share Paul’s story: “My message for someone facing this is: be positive, try not to let it take over your life (it does though), meet everything head on, keep your appointments and just go with it.” I first noticed in November 2010 that I had a sore throat and earache,I visited
Throat Cancer Foundation are absolutely delighted to support My Name is Not Cancers nationwide Identity Day. My Name Is Not Cancer® was established in 2011 and their aim is to empower anyone affected by cancer, helping them retain identity and a sense of self in the face of adversity, whether newly diagnosed with cancer, undergoing
We are delighted and honoured to share Penny and Helen’s story about why they have decided to run not one but two marathons to raise money for TCF. Penny and Helen are two sisters who unfortunately lost their Dad, Michael Scott-Evans, to cancer of the larynx. They are running to honour the memory of their
TRAVEL INSURANCE FOR CANCER PATIENTS. One issue which has come up time and time again for cancer patients and survivors is affordable travel insurance. Many people have said that travel insurance can end up costing more than the holiday itself, which can put people off travelling. It is not recommended to travel without travel insurance
