Primary health plays a key role in both the prevention and early detection of head and neck cancer. This open letter to GPs and NPs outlines the importance of HNC awareness, and the possible signs and symptoms.

Saturday 27 July is World Head and Neck Cancer Day. This year, Head and Neck Cancer Support Aotearoa (HNCSA) and the Head and Neck Cancer Foundation Aotearoa (HNCFA) have teamed up to raise awareness of these cancers as cases continue to rise and more young people are affected.