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Jul 27, 2024 | expresshealthcare.in | Vishal Rao |K R Road

The Oral Cancer Task Force (OCTF) has made a landmark move in the fight against head and neck cancers in India by introducing comprehensive, country-specific guidelines. This initiative aims to revolutionise treatment strategies and elevate the standard of care nationwide. India faces a significant health challenge with head and neck cancers, especially oral cancers, due to widespread tobacco and alcohol use, betel quid chewing, and socioeconomic factors.