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Mumbai, November 7, 2026: National Cancer Awareness Day, observed annually on November 7, highlights the importance of cancer prevention, early diagnosis and timely treatment. On this occasion, Dr. Antony Raj James, Head & Neck Oncosurgeon at Apex Group of Hospitals, Mumbai, emphasises the urgent need to improve awareness about head and neck cancers, recognise early warning signs and encourage people to seek medical advice without delay. According to the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), under the GLOBOCAN 2022 estimates, India recorded approximately 14.13 lakh new cancer cases and 9.16 lakh cancer-related deaths. Particularly concerning is the burden of oral cancer, with 1,43,759 new cases reported in 2022, making it the second most common cancer in India across both genders. Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Antony Raj James said, "Cancer is not always a death sentence. The biggest challenge we face is that many patients approach specialists when the disease ha...