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Raising Awareness Mile by Mile: Road Scholar Highlights Trucks Dedicated to Cancer and Epilepsy Causes This November

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November is dedicated to increasing awareness for Lung Cancer, Epilepsy, and Pancreatic Cancer—three critical causes that Road Scholar Transport proudly highlights with dedicated awareness trucks.   These 53’ trailers aren’t just about logistics; they’re powerful symbols for advocacy and education across communities nationwide. Lung Cancer: A Preventable Tragedy Lung cancer, the second most prevalent cancer in the U.S., will impact an estimated 234,580 new diagnoses this year, with approximately 125,070 lives lost.   Road Scholar's lung cancer awareness truck, inspired by the Lung Cancer Alliance, features advocates and survivors who are testaments to the importance of early diagnosis and support networks. The idea to create an awareness truck for Lung Cancer Alliance got started when Linda Sacco, a volunteer at the organization, and her husband, ran into Road Scholar’s former President Jim Barrett at an antique car show.   Linda’s husband was a former driver for Road Sc