Free Screening for Oral and Neck Cancers April 7
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UW Health physicians will be offering free screenings as part of Head and Neck Cancer Awareness week. The event takes place from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., Friday, April 7, in the ENT (otolaryngology) clinic, which is located in the atrium of University Hospital, 600 Highland Avenue. Park in the hospital ramp and your parking stub will be validated for free parking.
Risk factors for these cancers include a history of significant alcohol and tobacco use, exposure to HPV, long-term acid reflux, long-term sore throat, and hoarseness. Some potential cancer signs are:
Lump in the neck
Pain in the neck or throat
Sore in the mouth or lip
Pain in the ear
Unusual bleeding, pain or numbness in the mouth or nose
Pain or difficulty when swallowing.
Feeling of something caught in the throat
Swelling or trouble opening jaw
Hoarseness or change in the voice
Numbness in face
Blocked sinuses/sinus pain
Frequent headaches
There is no need to register ahead of time, but if you have questions, call Heather Geye at (608) 265-6260. The event is hosted by the departments of Human Oncology & Surgery-Otolaryngology.
