Mayor Haddock reads proclamation while Haley Oglesby looks on

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 Mickey Haddock, Mayor of the City of Florence, issued a proclamation declaring September Ovarian/Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month in the City of Florence at the City Council meeting on Tuesday, August 18. On hand to accept the proclamation was Florence resident and GYN cancer survivor, Haley Oglesby. Thanks to the Lilies of the Valley support group for their efforts in raising awareness in the Florence area.

We are grateful to Mayor Haddock for recognizing this important initiative through the issuance of this proclamation.