Assistance to cancer patients was dramatically compromised during the covid-19 pandemic, which will result in an increased risk of mortality by approximately 20%.

“A multidisciplinary group with 40 representatives from 35 collaborative groups and medical associations developed a consensus practice recommendations for the continuity of care for patients with head and neck cancer during the pandemic, stressing the importance of not interrupting their treatment, treating patients with established protocols, encouraging distance consultations, and adopting protective measures for patients and staff.” – Dr. Prof. Luiz P. Kowalski, Vice-chair LACOG Head and Neck Group and A.C. Camargo Center Oncologist