I have had 3 totally unrelated cancers with no known genetic or causative factors. I was diagnosed with the begining of glaucoma and was able to start treatment before damage was done because of an eye exam with a then very new comuputerized test. My husband had colon cancer with sucessful surgery. These were all caught early by medical exams and testing.

We must realize that although there are well established causes for many cancers there are many unknown factors as well. The best thing we can do is to make others aware of the necessity of taking necessary steps for prevention and detection, to be aware of any unusual symptoms, and to have all medical exams which are approprate for one's age, gender, genetic facors, race, work environment, etc.

We can support the work of OCF in raising awareness and detection of oral cancer by organizing and participating in events, passing out literature to doctors, dentists and in medical areas, wearing our buttons and tee shirts, carrying the OCF bag, buying and using the beautiful note cards, speaking to people and DONATING to OCF.