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THE COUNTY OF KAUA‘I
DEREK S. K. KAWAKAMI, MAYOR
MICHAEL A. DAHILIG, MANAGING DIRECTOR
News Release
For Immediate Release: September 23, 2020
OFFICE OF BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS
ELLEN CHING, ADMINISTRATOR
Tel (808) 241-4917
Fax (808) 241-5127
KCCSW recognizes Breast Cancer Awareness Month with pink lights in
October
LĪHU‘E – Through the month of October, the Kaua‘i County Committee on the Status of
Women (KCCSW) will illuminate the Historic County Building in pink lights for Breast Cancer
Awareness Month.
In previous years, the KCCSW hosted a community walk to honor this important cause.
This year, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Breast Cancer Awareness Month will be promoted
with pink lights and banners placed around the Līhu‘e Civic Center.
The public is encouraged to wear pink throughout the month of October to show support
for those affected by breast cancer and to remind women of the importance of early detection.
The KCCSW encourages regular mammograms and monthly self-exams as early detection of
breast cancer saves lives.
“Building an awareness is important, but taking action is essential,” said KCCSW Vice
Chair Regina Carvalho. “Breast cancer affects us all – primarily in women and rare in men – but
it does happen. Do your part, discuss this in your family, do monthly self-breast exams and
yearly screenings. Early detection is key and may save a life.”
The KCCSW is part of the Hawai‘i State Commission on the Status of Women, which
strives to advance the status of women and girls by acting as a catalyst for positive change
through advocacy, education, collaboration and program development.
For more information, visit their website at www.kauai.gov/kccsw or contact Sandra
Muragin at the Office of Boards and Commissions at 241-4919 or via email
smuragin@kauai.gov.
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