The foundation will host free screenings in Minnesota, California, Colorado, Georgia, Massachusetts, Oklahoma and Texas between April 14-18 at various locations
MINNEAPOLIS (March 20, 2025) – The Head and Neck Cancer Foundation will host nearly 30 free screening events across the country during Head and Neck Cancer Awareness week April 14-18, 2025. The foundation seeks to promote awareness and education around head and neck cancers, as early detection is vital. What started with several screening events in Minnesota last year has expanded to six other states in 2025, with nearly 30 dental and oral surgery offices offering screenings throughout the week. The non-invasive screening takes just a few minutes and no appointment, insurance or pre-registration is required.
Minnesota screening locations include dental and oral surgery sites in Belle Plaine, Burnsville, Golden Valley, Lakeville, Minneapolis, Owatonna, Redwood Falls and Sartell. Locations and dates can be found at www.mnofs.com/minnesota-oral-health-screening-event.
Head and neck cancer ranks number six in the most prevalent cancers in the United States, and roughly 50% of current diagnoses are considered late stage and difficult to treat. Globally, approximately 750,000 people are diagnosed with head and neck cancer annually with 60,000 of those cases in the U.S., resulting in about 9,000 deaths in the U.S alone each year. With an increasing pattern of affecting younger, non-smoker and non-drinker patients each year, the Head and Neck Foundation encourages everyone to get screened.
“Head and neck cancers are some of the most challenging and impactful cancers to treat due to significant effects to overall quality of life for survivors,” said Dr. Deepak Kademani, founder of the Head and Neck Cancer Foundation. “We encourage early detection as our ultimate goal is to save lives and improve outcomes of those affected by these cancers.”
The Head and Neck Cancer Foundation is dedicated to creating opportunities for the public to get screened and facilitate chances for early detection. If someone is unable to attend one of the free screenings, individuals are encouraged to visit their oral surgeon at frequent, regular intervals, as oral surgeons can help identify abnormalities that may require further attention. Donations to the foundation can also be made to help facilitate future screening events and for patient resources. More information can be found at www.mnofs.com/head-neck-cancer-foundation.
About the Head and Neck Cancer Foundation
The mission of the Head and Neck Cancer Foundation is to raise awareness of this disease in our community and nation. Measurable and progressive change can be accomplished by strengthening education, awareness, research, outreach and advocacy. Our ultimate goal is saving lives and improving outcomes of those affected by head and neck cancer. More information can be found at https://www.mnofs.com/head-neck-cancer-foundation/