Staff takes part in ‘Pink and Pearl Campaign’
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BUCKHANNON -- WVU Medicine St. Joseph's Hospital is bringing awareness about the prevalence of breast cancer and lung cancer through the "Pink and Pearl Campaign."
Staff were asked to wear pink and pearls to raise awareness and help educate about cancer and the available screening options for the diseases.
The campaign is held in October and November with "pink" representing breast cancer and the color "pearl" representing lung cancer.
Breast cancer affects one in eight women in the United States every year, and officials agree early detection is of vital importance.
It is the most diagnosed cancer and the second-leading cause of cancer death in women in West Virginia.
Monthly breast exams and annual mammograms are key to detecting and treating breast cancer in its earliest stages.
Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths in West Virginia and beyond.
It is important to remember that early screening can save lives.