Catching oral cancer before it kills
It’s not among the most talked about forms of the disease, but oral cancer is a killer, claiming three lives daily in Canada.
More disturbing is the five-year survival rate of oral cancer is lower than the survival rates of breast, cervical and prostate cancer. Maria Hayes reports that the primary reason is late detection, so it’s important to know who’s watching for it.
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Julie Dinardo says don’t be afraid to ask about oral cancer screening at your next dental visit. For those without a dentist, Dinardo holds free screening days throughout the year. To find out when, check her website gleamsmile.ca.
