July 27 is World Head and Neck Cncer Day, organised by the International Federation of Head and Neck Oncology Societies. The campaign is an opportunity for everyone to share messages about the signs and symptoms and risk factors of the disease, as well as where to go if you notice anything out of the ordinary.

Held every year, this day aims to raise awareness about head and neck cancers to the general public and acknowledge the impact it has on people affected in the community. Head and neck cancers describes a range of cancers that begin in the head and neck region. Cancer can occur inside the sinuses, nose, mouth and salivary glands down through the throat.