We all know about the importance of early detection for the successful treatment of many common can­cers, such as prostrate, breast, colon and skin cancer.

But routine screenings are also vital for detecting the relatively rare oral, neck and head cancers early on to boost the patient’s chances for recovery.

Iowa Farm Bureau members are invited to stop by Farm Bureau Park at the Iowa State Fair on Friday, Aug. 9 for the free head, neck and...