Mayor Joslin and Regina Parker (click for larger image)

Related Documents: 2016 A State of Teal Flyer

September is National Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month. In accordance with the need to raise awareness to these types of cancer, their impact on Alabama, the need for research and improved screening tests, and support for women battling these diseases, a major initiative was established to encourage cities and businesses across the state to participate in "A State of Teal." 

The Laura Crandall Brown Ovarian Cancer Foundation, is excited to sponsor this awareness campaign for gynecologic cancers.  These include ovarian, cervical, uterine, vaginal, and vulvar cancers.  This is the fifth year since this effort was first established and it is making a great impact across our state.

In accordance with this campaign, and in conjunction with the Lilies of the Valley ovarian cancer support and awareness group for women in Huntsville and the Tennessee Valley area, Bob Joslin, Mayor of the City of Arab, presented a proclamation declaring September Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month in the City of Arab at the City Council meeting on Monday, August 1, 2016. On hand to accept the proclamation was Regina Parker, GYN cancer survivor.

Thanks to the City of Arab and Mayor Joslin for helping us to raise awareness to GYN Cancer awareness!

Visit our website at www.AStateOfTeal.org for more information to view a list of all participating buildings and municipalities.

Additional resources may be found on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/AStateOfTeal) and Twitter (http://twitter.com/AStateOfTeal).

Contacts: Kelly Rice (Chair), Lindsay Giadrosich (LCBF Special Events and Awareness Coordinator), Jennifer Smiley and Doris Moody (www.AStateOfTeal.org/Contact)

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