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Oral Cavity & Pharynx Cancers in Illinois

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Download the "Oral Cavity & Pharynx Cancers in Illinois" Infographic

ORAL CAVITY CANCER

70% of oral cavity cancer cases in Illinois are men.

  • Fewer males (25%) than females (38%) are diagnosed at an early stage.
  • Black men have a 25% lower rate of incidence but a 50% higher rate of death.
  • People who live in rural areas have 15% higher rate of diagnosis and a 23% higher rate of death.

PROTECTIVE FACTORS:

  • Limit alcohol and tobacco use.
  • Maintain a normal BMI.
  • Have a healthy diet.
  • Be mindful of sun exposure.
  • Good oral health may lessen risk.
  • Adopt habits that will strengthn your immune system.

PHARYNX CANCERS

* cancers of the hypopharynx, oropharynx, and nasopharynx

PROTECTIVE FACTORS:

  • Get vaccinated for HPV as recommended by your health provider.
  • Limit alcohol and tobacco use.
  • Good oral health may lessen risk.
  • Have a healthy diet.
  • Maintain a normal BMI.
  • Overall, about 455 men and 73 women per 100,000 are diagnosed yearly.
  • According to CDC, 70% of all oropharyngeal cancers in the United States are caused by HPV.
  • About 62% of Illinois adolescents ages 13-15 are up to date with the HPV vaccinations.