Daryl Wood's Blog

Why I’m raising awareness about head and neck cancer

This is the second year I am participating in the April Move-A-Thon. Once again I am partnering with Sue Lim who offered (and still offers) genuine empathy and support through the Head And Neck Cancer Alliance (HNCA) since my beloved husband Doug Dailey passed away November 12, 2023. Doug endured six long years of treatment and for the five years on a feeding tube he sat through so many meals with family and friends sipping on coffee because he couldn’t eat, sharing funny stories and being kind to everyone. I am so proud to be his wife and this is my chance to be strong and resilient in his memory.

So many ‘what ifs’. If we had detected it sooner, understood the risks, had more support for treatment options, asked more questions, etc. etc. HNCA offers so much to educate and guide people. This can be a debilitating and life threatening illness. Maybe my efforts will help save someone else from the ravages of head and neck cancer.

Now, more than ever, the Cross Border Connection with my friend Sue from Seattle to my home in Tobermory, Ontario, Canada is so important. I also donate to a local Head and Neck Cancer fundraiser and am hoping I can show my support for both these organizations.

I’m ready to MOVE through April to honour my Doug and Sue’s loving husband Carl. Help me show the courage it takes to be the spouse of these much loved men who fought hard to keep living through unimaginable circumstances.

Your gift will help further the Alliance’s mission to provide hope and support to individuals impacted by head and neck cancer, raise awareness about prevention and early detection, and advocate for improved patient outcomes. Doug also had a mentor and attended Webinars to support his journey.

Thanks for your support, Love Daryl