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Mouth Cancer Action Month

A UK month every November that promotes prevention and early detection of mouth cancer, including checking for ulcers that last over three weeks.

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About the day

The Oral Health Foundation runs the campaign, which includes Blue Wednesday and the Blue Ribbon Appeal. It urges people to report lumps, patches or ulcers that do not heal.

Dates for the next three years

YearDateWhereStatus
20261 to 30 November 2026UKSet by a fixed rule
20271 to 30 November 2027UKSet by a fixed rule
20281 to 30 November 2028UKSet by a fixed rule

Where this information comes from

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