The Greene County Health Department is promoting a breast and lung cancer awareness campaign underway in November.
The health department is sponsoring its seventh annual Pink & Pearl Campaign throughout the month. To highlight the campaign, Pink & Pearl Day will be held on Friday, Nov. 6.
“The campaign combines two significant symbols: the pink ribbon for breast cancer awareness, and the pearl ribbon representing lung cancer awareness,” according to a Tennessee Department of Health news release.
Members of the public can participate Friday in the Pink & Pearl Day observance.
Tennesseans can support the campaign by wearing pink and pearls and sharing pictures on social media using hashtags #PinkandPearl and #MyPinkandPearlWhy.
SCREENING RECOMMENDATIONS
Routine cancer screenings “continue to be the most important tool for early detection,” the news release states.
“Healthcare providers encourage all eligible individuals to get routine check-ups, including the routine cancer screenings for one’s age bracket and risk factors. Screening increases the chance of early detection when more treatment options are available, which may increase the chance of survival,” according to the news rel...