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HealthThursday, November 5

Carter and Greene County health departments mark Pink & Pearl Day on Fri., Nov. 6

The Daily Johnson City teamFrom Thursday’s edition · 1 min read · 2 sources

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If you've been putting off a screening, here's your nudge. The Carter County Health Department is running its seventh annual Pink & Pearl Campaign for breast and lung cancer awareness during October and November. The Greene County Health Department is promoting the same campaign, with Pink & Pearl Day on Fri., Nov. 6.

The task force recommends screening for two cancers

ScreeningRecommended for
Breast cancerWomen, starting at 40
Lung cancerAnnual, ages 50 to 80 with a 20 pack-year history who smoke or quit within 15 years

Sources: Elizabethton Star, Greeneville Publishing Company

To join in Friday, wear pink and pearls and share photos on social media. Both health departments say to talk with your health care provider about which screenings fit your age and risk factors.

40age the task force says women begin regular mammograms

Some women may need to start earlier, depending on family history and other risk factors.

Sources: Elizabethton Star, Greeneville Publishing Company

  • Hashtags: #PinkandPearl and #MyPinkandPearlWhy
  • Lung screening: ages 50 to 80, 20 pack-years, current smokers or quit within 15 years
  • : packs smoked per day times years smoked; 20 is the threshold

Sources: Elizabethton Star, Greeneville Publishing Company

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