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- Register for our August Webinar
- Register for our Annual Symposium
- Meet our New Ambassador
- News & Shorts
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| | |  | | We're excited to unveil the new Head & Neck Cancer logo! We hope that you love it as much as we do. We wanted our new logo to look fresh, timeless, and better reflect who we are and what we do.
We chose to keep the same navy blue and teal color scheme we've been using the past few years and use the burgundy color from the head and neck cancer ribbon as an accent color.
The new logo is being slowly rolled out, so for the next few months, you might see both the old and new logos used. If you would like to use our new logo on your website or for something else, please email us at hello@headandneck.org for access. While we would love for you to use our logo and link to us, please note that any use of our logo must be approved by our development and marketing team in advance.
In related news...drum roll...we're getting very close to having our new website up and running as well, so stay tuned for details on that in the next month (hopefully)! |
| | | | | | Below are links to a video that Nicole Webber Design did about the process of making the new logo for us. She did great work, and if you're interested in the artistic process of the design, click below for a short video. Both links are the same video, so just choose whichever platform you prefer. |
| | | | EDUCATIONAL CONTENT - REGISTER NOW |
| |  | WEBINAR - AUGUST 19th, 7 PM ET Thriving as a Laryngectomee: Finding Joy and Embracing Hobbies Join us for an insightful webinar tailored for laryngectomy survivors and their loved ones. This empowering session will delve into the multifaceted journey of life post-laryngectomy, offering invaluable guidance and inspiration from three remarkable survivors who have traversed similar paths. Communication lies at the heart of human connection, and adapting to new methods of expression can be both challenging and liberating. Our panel of survivors will share their personal experiences and insights on navigating the diverse landscape of communication devices, offering practical tips and strategies to help you find your voice again. Beyond the realm of communication, this webinar will explore the broader spectrum of life after laryngectomy from adjusting to a new normal to finding joy in familial bonds and cherished hobbies. Our speakers will illuminate the path forward with resilience, optimism, and a spirit of embracing life's possibilities. Whether you're a laryngectomy survivor, a caregiver, or simply seeking to understand and support those on this journey, this webinar promises to be an enlightening and uplifting experience. |
| | |  | SURVIVORSHIP SYMPOSIUM - OCTOBER 5th Get your calendars pulled up and save the date for this year's Survivorship Symposium! On October 5th, we'll be heading to the City of Brotherly Love, and hope to have you join us!
Just like last year, this event will be happening in person and also virtually (for those unable to get to Philadelphia). Join the staff and board of the Alliance, fellow patients, survivors, caregivers, and clinicians as we meet and learn from each other. This event is free to attend (other than your travel costs if you attend in person - breakfast and lunch will be included). Just fill out the registration form linked below.
So brush up on your American Revolution history and re-watch Rocky - we're going to Philly! We look forward to seeing you in October! |
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| | MEET OUR NEWEST AMBASSADOR:
Scott Folmar
Quality Assurance Manager, Mass Virtual Survivor of Osteoscarcoma; Orlando, FL |
| Scott’s journey began in the summer of 2018 when he noticed swelling on the roof and back of his mouth. As a healthy, athletic, and active 34-year-old, he didn’t think much of it initially. In August, during his regular dental cleaning, Scott mentioned the swelling to his dentist and was referred on to an oral surgeon. Eventually Scott was told that he had a tumor and a surgery was scheduled to remove the tumor, several teeth and part of the maxilla. The area occupied by the tumor would be replaced with a bone graft from his left leg’s fibula. This approach aimed to allow for dental implants to replace the teeth embedded in the removed tumor and to maintain. A biopsy of the tumor confirmed that it was osteosarcoma. Cancer cells were also within the margins of the graft and Scott would need radiation on both sides of his face. Proton beam radiation was recommended for its precise targeting, reducing collateral damage to nearby facial structures compared to traditional IMRT radiation therapy. Scott endured many side effects and challenges, but now feels like a different person than he was in 2018, more grateful, present, and authentic. He has become more empathetic and compassionate, thriving on personal connections and aiming to make a positive impact in others’ lives. He hopes to leverage his story and experiences to inspire, motivate, and support cancer patients and survivors as an ambassador. |
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| | NEWS ARTICLE: Doctors Perform Larynx Transplant in Cancer Patient
Recently a man was the first Mayo Clinic patient to undergo a total larynx transplant, and only the third person in the United States to ever have the procedure, doctors said. Four months after the surgery, Kedian can speak, swallow and breathe on his own. |
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| REVIEW US ON GOOGLE!
If our programs and materials have made a difference to you, please consider reviewing us on Google.
Your review will help make us more visible so other patients, survivors, and caregivers can easily find us while searching online!
To write a review, you'll need to sign up for a free Gmail account. |
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We're looking for pictures of real people to use on our new website (coming soon), brochures, and social media. We don't want to use boring stock photos! Your photos could provide hope and inspiration to others going through head and neck cancer!
If we use your photo, we'll send you some Alliance "swag" (featuring our new logo that we will unveil soon) and provide photo credit on our website and social media.
Thanks to Gail Jackson for submitting some photos - we'll be sending her (and others) some swag as a "thank you" soon! |
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| DO YOU FOLLOW? Are you following us on social media? It's just one more way to keep up to date with what is going on with us as well as other head and neck cancer related news and opportunities. So pick your favorite platform and give us a follow!
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| | | | *Statement on Sponsor Content and Corporate Support: The information published on this website and in our materials is intended to educate you about Oral, Head and Neck Cancer. The content is not intended to take the place of a discussion with a qualified physician who is familiar with your medical situation. It is important to remember that each individual is different, and the reasons for—and outcomes of—any treatment plan depends on the patient's individual condition. If you have questions or concerns after reading any information on this website or in our materials, you should discuss them openly and honestly with your physician. Any products and manufacturers included on this site are presented for informational purposes only and do not constitute product approval or endorsement by HNCA. The content provided by HNCA is in no way intended to be a substitute for medical consultation with a qualified professional. HNCA encourages those using its resources to be careful when evaluating medical information or products. If you are unsure about your medical condition, consult a physician. Funding from our corporate partners supports HNCA’s programs and educational initiatives, and HNCA maintains independence in its design of programs, content, and initiatives. |
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866-792-4622 | hello@headandneck.org |
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| Head & Neck Cancer Alliance
PO BOX 21688 | Charleston, South Carolina 29413
866-792-4622 | hello@headandneck.org |
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