Milford Regional Offers Free Oral Cancer Screening

From Milford Regional Medical Center:

Join Milford Regional and local dentist Dr. David A. Goodman for a free – and painless – oral cancer screening on Tuesday, Oct. 4 from 6 – 8 p.m. The screening will be held at Dr. Goodman’s office, 192 West St.

More than 48,000 new cases of oral cancer – or mouth cancer – are expected to be diagnosed this year alone, and early detection is key to successfully treating this cancer.

Symptoms of oral cancer include a sore or irritation that won’t heal; red or white patches; pain or tenderness in the mouth or lips; difficulty chewing, swallowing, speaking or moving your tongue or jaw; and a change in the way your teeth fit together when you close your mouth. Smoking and excessive alcohol use are risk factors, however young, non-smoking individuals are the fastest growing segment of the oral cancer population.

The screening is free and open to all, but registration is required. To make an appointment, call (508) 422-2206.

Image courtesy of Milford Regional Medical Center