L to R: Doris Moody, Mayor Gary Ivey and Kelly Rice

Related Documents: Official Press Release - 2015 A State of Teal 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 CanSurvive GYN Cancer Support Group, the Laura Crandall Brown Ovarian Cancer Foundation, and  the Norma Livingston Ovarian Cancer Foundation are excited to announce their collaboration by launching this awareness campaign for gynecologic cancers.  These include ovarian, cervical, uterine, vaginal, and vulvar cancers.  This is the fourth year since this effort was first established and it is making an impact across our state.

In accordance with this campaign, the Honorable Gary Ivey, Mayor of the City of Hoover, presented a proclamation declaring September Ovarian/Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month in the City of Hoover at the City Council meeting on Monday, August 17, at 6:00 PM. On hand to accept the proclamation was Hoover resident, ovarian cancer survivor and A State of Teal chair, Kelly Rice. Doris Moody, Media Chair for the A State of Teal Initiative was also present.

In addition to issuing the proclamation at the council meeting, the Mayor is supporting efforts to raise awareness in the City by authorizing teal lighting of the City Hall, the Library, Rec Center and several Fire Stations around the city.

We are grateful to the City of Hoover for their support of our efforts to raise awareness to the symptoms of these diseases and the need for research and support of women and families who have been affected.