In April 2024, the United States observes the 15th Annual Oral Cancer Awareness Month, which emphasizes the significance of preventing human papillomavirus (HPV)- related oral cancers.
Projections estimate an upward trend for the next decade, with predictions greater than 30,000 oral cancer cases annually by 2029.
Research shows that more than 90% of oropharyngeal cancer cases are linked to HPV 16.
As of 2023, oropharyngeal and oral cavity cancers impact far more men than women.
Oral Cancer Month Encourages More HPV Vaccinations
Pandemic Had Modest Effect on Early Childhood Development Milestones
Significant age-specific mean score decreases seen in communication, problem-solving, personal-score domains from prepandemic to intrapandemic