Abstract
Relevance: In Kazakhstan, an exponentially growing number of people live with bad habits (smoking, drinking alcohol, drug abuse, etc.), which are the main cause of oral cancer. It is necessary to inform the population about preventive measures and periodically conduct screening examinations. The study aimed to analyze the incidence and mortality rates of the population from oral cancer for 2019-2022 in the city of Shymkent. Methods: A retrospective study of patients with oral cancer in the oncology dispensary of Shymkent from 2019 to 2022 was conducted. Results: The low percentage of early detection of this pathology in the city of Shymkent creates the need to intensify the work of the Shymkent city clinic on the early detection of oral cancer. Conclusion: Within the guaranteed volume of medical care, we recommend that men aged 40 to 70 with bad habits not only in rural areas but also in cities undergo examination once a year for early detection of oral cancer.