Mayor Potter and members of the Lilies of the Valley

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 Melton Potter, Mayor of the City of Scottsboro, signed a proclamation declaring September Ovarian/Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month in the City of Scottsboro at the City Council meeting on Monday, August 24, at 6:00 PM. On hand to accept the proclamation were members of the Lilies of the Valley support group. 

In addition to the proclamation, Scottsboro City Hall will be illuminated in teal lighting to raise awareness to this campaign. Also, Woods Cove Florist is donating ribbon for bows which will be made by member of the Lilies group and tied around the courthouse square to raise awarness.

Thanks to Mayor Potter and the City of Scottsboro for their support of our efforts!