Mayor Fuller and Nan Galik

Related Documents: Official Press Release 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. The support group, Teal Magnolias, is joining this effort to make an impact in the southeastern region of the state.

In accordance with this campaign, the Honorable Gary Fuller, Mayor of the City of Opelika, presented a proclamation declaring September Ovarian/Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month in the City of Opelika at the City Council meeting on Tuesday, September 1. On hand to accept the proclamation was Teal Magnolias member Nan Galik.