Landmark:  Less Cancer 
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PREVENTION PROTECTS
PUBLIC HEALTH

Founded as one of the first North American  organizations dedicated exclusively to cancer prevention.

Founded in 2003 and incorporated in 2004 in rural Fauquier County, Virginia, Less Cancer began by serving local communities. Today, our prevention education and public health partnerships extend nationally.

WHO WE ARE

A cancer prevention organization grounded in public health, evidence-based science, and community engagement for more than two decades.

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COLLABORATIVE PROGRAMMING

strengthening communities

  • A long-standing forum on Capitol Hill bringing together leaders in science, medicine, and public health policy. Sessions are publicly available.

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  • For physicians, nurses, and public Our education programs are developed within accredited academic and professional frameworks to ensure scientific rigor, independence, and transparency.

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  • Supporting rural and community college programs

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RECENT & UPCOMING EVENTS
Events
TRAVERSE CITY, MI WORKSHOP #1
Jun 4
TRAVERSE CITY, MI WORKSHOP #1

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TRAVERSE CITY, MI WORKSHOP #2
Jun 5
TRAVERSE CITY, MI WORKSHOP #2

Details coming soon

Landmark: Less Cancer Hike and Bike 2026
Jun 6
Landmark: Less Cancer Hike and Bike 2026

At Less Cancer, our mission is clear: to tackle chronic health issues, particularly cancer, by implementing effective solutions. Our recent event underscored the importance of adhering to our values. Despite the challenges, the outpouring of support from hundreds of individuals standing united in the rain was truly inspiring.

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WORKSHOPS
Blog
2026 National Cancer Prevention Workshop
2026 National Cancer Prevention Workshop

The 2026 National Cancer Prevention Workshop with speakers Miles O'Brien, Rob Bilott, Chris Moore, Mona Hanna, Tricia Petzold, Caleb Runyon, Jan Carney, Mindi Messmer, Monica Baskin, and Congresswoman Debbie Dingell.

If You See Something, Say Something
If You See Something, Say Something

While many of us do the best we can to address our health concerns as symptoms arise, Less Cancer’s founder Bill Couzens has been working tirelessly for over twenty years to teach people what it means to embrace a community model of preventative healthcare.

Will Consumers Still Buy Doritos Without Artificial Colors and Dyes?
Will Consumers Still Buy Doritos Without Artificial Colors and Dyes?

In November 2025, PepsiCo announced it would be removing artificial colors from Doritos and dozens of other products in its expansive food and beverage portfolio. Like many other companies removing artificial colors from food products, PepsiCo is looking to get ahead of potential regulatory changes while meeting broader consumer demand for natural colors and dyes. 

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Support lifesaving prevention education through rural nursing scholarships, community workshops, and partnerships with leading universities and experts—standing with communities, helping individuals and families connect the dots in healthcare, and working with public and private partners to reduce the risk of cancer.

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LATEST BLOGS
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Less Cancer: Book Club

A book club celebrating bold ideas and great storytelling from some of our favorite authors—because the best conversations start with a good book.

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