Equal Access, Equal Care Research

As part of our 2024 campaign, Make Sense is carrying out a research project which aims to help improve treatment and care for head and neck cancer patients across Europe.

We are carrying out research and virtual interviews with head and neck cancer experts from several countries with the aim to:

  • Understand the head and neck cancer care landscape
  • Identify gaps in current treatment and care
  • Determine actionable ways to implement higher standards of care

Once the research is complete, the findings will be shared via a report and launched throughout Europe. The collected insights will also be shared locally to support each country's efforts in advocating for change and improving care, both within their own country and across Europe.

To drive change for head and neck cancer patients, we need your insights too! How has care and support in your country impacted you as a healthcare provider, patient, carer, or survivor? Share your story with us by emailing [email protected] or filling in the form below. We have included some suggested prompts below.

For Patients or Caregivers: 

  • Where did you go when you first noticed a symptom and what happened next? 
  • How long did you have to wait to see a specialist? 
  • How long did you have to wait between referral and diagnosis? 
  • What is your experience of treatment?

For healthcare providers: 

  • Who is involved in your multidisciplinary teams? 
  • What are expected timelines for diagnosis and referral? 
  • What proportion of care is specialist and high-volume care centres?

Stay tuned for the launch of our results, which will be released in early 2025.

Country of residence

(e.g. patient, caregiver, HCP)