This past week I was contacted by the producer from 20/20 and we had a nice, short discussion. Although I don't fit the profile of who he is looking for, I assured him that my experiences and activities of getting the word out about early detection, would be a positive for the show. He was very gracious and told me that he would get back to me if he decided to use me for the piece. I am looking forward to the possibility that that I may be included. However, I am sure that this widely watched show will be very helpful in getting Oral Cancer the national exposure that it so desperately needs, whether I am on it or not.

On a smaller scale, this coming Tuesday, the local CBS affiliate is sending a producer and camera man to my office to do a segment on the VELscope and early detection. I am hoping that this piece gets a better time slot and more local exposure than the one that ABC aired in December.

Jerry

Jerry

Retired Dentist, 59 years old at diagnosis. SCC of the left lateral border of the tongue (Stage I). Partial glossectomy and 30 nodes removed, 4/6/05. Nodes all clear. No chemo no radiation 18 year survivor.

"Whatever doesn't kill me, makes me stronger"