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Oral cancer is the most common cancer in Indian male, it accounts for 50-70 % of total cancer mortality. Oral cancer is cancer of mouth or throat. Oral cancer is as twice as common in men as in women; the incidence is nearly 11% in male and 5% in female. Lack of awareness among the health care providers is the most significant factor in delaying diagnosis and treatment of oral cancer.  Early detection of oral cancers makes patients more amenable to treatment and allows the greatest chance of cure.  Methods: pre-experimental research design was used for conducting study in selected educational institute of Bhopal. Subject comprising of 60 adolescents selected by non-probability convenient sampling technique, who fulfilled inclusive criteria. Result: Mean±SD of post-test knowledge score (14.5±2.42) was higher than the Mean±SD of pre-test knowledge score (6.5±1.99). The computed ‘t’ value (14.0*) was found significant at 0.05 level and 0.01 level of significance. There was significant association found of demographic variable in terms of educational level and previous exposure to the topic. Conclusion:  It was concluded that informational booklet was effective in enhancing knowledge of adolescents regarding prevention of oral cancer. Health professionals therefore have an important role and responsibility in the prevention and early detection of oral cancer. The nurse has a significant role in early detection and treatment of oral cancer. This type of studies can help in creating awareness among general population regarding preventive strategies and modifying health behaviours.

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A Pre-Experimental Study to Assess the Effect of Informational Booklet on Knowledge regarding Prevention of Oral Cancer among Adolescents at Selected Educational Institute of Bhopal