Pakistan Oral Cancer Collaborative

A Multidisciplinary Collaboration for Awareness, Prevention and Early Diagnosis of Mouth Cancer in Pakistan

[Mouth Cancer Action @mouthcancerorg]

Don't worry in silence. If you are concerned about something unusual in your mouth then get it checked out. #MouthCancerAction

[Mouth Cancer Action @mouthcancerorg]

We always talk about how vital it is that you go to the dentist is you spot something unusual in your mouth. But what actually happens once your dentist suspects you could have mouth cancer? Consultant Pathologist @sakhurram explains...

[Mouth Cancer Action @mouthcancerorg]

Early detection of mouth cancer is vital as it greatly increases your chance of survival. Look out for the signs and symptoms and if in doubt get checked out! #MouthCancerAction
https://t.co/Yg72RKv3q0

[Mouth Cancer Action @mouthcancerorg]

In the video below Consultant Pathologist Ali Khurram (@sakhurram) explains what a pathologist does and how they are involved in the diagnosis process. Early detection is so important because it leads to sooner treatment which could save your life. #MouthCancerAction

[Mouth Cancer Action @mouthcancerorg]

Below, Consultant Pathologist Dr Ali Khurram (@sakhurram) explains what to look for when it comes to mouth cancer. Do you know the signs? If not, you should definitely check out this short video, one day it could save your life. #MouthCancerAction #bemouthaware

[Pakistan Oral Cancer Collaborative @thePOCC]

Good to see @thePOCC members @sakhurram and @MariamAKhokhar1 at such a good event!

[Paul Hatton @Prof_Hatton]

Wonderful event to raise awareness of and money for ⁦@dentalhealthorg⁩ in Mouth Cancer Action month, organised by ⁦@sakhurram⁩ and Lorraine ⁦@ShefDentistry⁩ ⁦@sheffielduni⁩ Thank you!

[Mouth Cancer Action @mouthcancerorg]

Unfortunately, for many mouth cancer survivors the effects of mouth cancer and their treatment last for the rest of their lives. They can experience difficult eating, swallowing and speaking as well as psychological effects. #MouthCancerAction
https://t.co/g29GQzitb9

[Mouth Cancer Action @mouthcancerorg]

Check out our latest piece on the shocking lack of awareness around #HPV in the UK. This #MouthCancerAction Month we're urging people to be #mouthaware and know the risk factors for mouth cancer to help us all make better, more informed, choices.
https://t.co/V8RZRlWQ87

[Mouth Cancer Action @mouthcancerorg]

Below is a video from Consultant Pathologist Ali Khurram (@sakhurram) explaining why it's important more people are aware of mouth cancer and the impact it can have. #bemouthaware #MouthCancerAction

[Mouth Cancer Action @mouthcancerorg]

The number of people in the UK diagnosed with #mouthcancer has risen by 64% over the last decade. By being #mouthaware and raising awareness of the disease during November's #MouthCancerAction Month we can help reverse this terrible trend https://t.co/wESlI0OfHZ

[Mouth Cancer Action @mouthcancerorg]

Mouth Cancer Action Month is here! Below is a link to our official #MouthCancerAction Month launch video. It sums why the campaign is so important and highlights some of the great people that are going to be involved in this year's campaign!

https://t.co/pBwpC1KQIe

[Dr. Ziauddin Islam 💙 @ziauddinislam]

Lip and oral cavity cancer accounts for 8.6% (2.1% worldwide) of all new cancer cases and 7.2% (1.8% worldwide) of all cancer deaths in Pakistan.(https://t.co/9OvaHosj88)

[Mouth Cancer Action @mouthcancerorg]

Do you know how to conduct a mouth cancer check on yourself? If not then check out this handy poster below explaining how you can carry one out in less than 5 minutes! #MouthCancerAction #BeMouthaware

[Pakistan Oral Cancer Collaborative @thePOCC]

@DrJavaidKhan1 Any plans for a mouth cancer conference? Would be great to get people like you together with SKMCH, AKU and KMU and we would very happy to be a part of it!

[Dr. Ziauddin Islam 💙 @ziauddinislam]

TB & Tobacco Seminar at Islamabad

[Mouth Cancer Action @mouthcancerorg]

Last year we released a report on the State of Mouth Cancer in the UK. There are more than 8,300 new cases each year and this number is rising.
We need your support this November during #MouthCancerAction Month. Together we can save lives. #Mouthaware
https://t.co/dv2o0J4hPa

[Mouth Cancer Action @mouthcancerorg]

It's important that you are keeping an eye out for changes in your #mouth. Ulcers are often harmless however if you have one that doesn't go away within three weeks then you should get your #dentist to check it out as it could be a sign of mouth cancer.
https://t.co/FJAH6NO4Ai

[Closing The Gap Network @CTGNetworkUK]

New paper! What do stop standard smoking services look like for people with severe mental ill health problems? How are behavioural support and nicotine replacement medication delivered, and are they easy to access? Read here: https://t.co/6THd9OYfjJ @ASH_LDN @EquallyWellUK

[Mouth Cancer Action @mouthcancerorg]

Most mouth ulcers heal up on their own. However, if they don't heal within three weeks you should visit your #dentist. Your #dental team will be able to check that the problem is an ulcer and not something more serious such as mouth cancer.
https://t.co/FJAH6NO4Ai

[Dr Elisabete Weiderpass (views are my own) @IARC_DIR]

IARC's new publication on social inequalities in cancer highlights the large variations in cancer incidence, survival, & mortality that exist between countries and, within countries, between social groups:
https://t.co/3DfityeVK3