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Forsyth County Proclaims September as Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month
Originally Published Sep 19, 2009, 11:11am (Updated Sep 22, 2009, 11:40am)
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At their September 17 meeting, the Forsyth County Board of Commissioners designated September 2009 as Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. This month increases ovarian cancer awareness by spotlighting the signs and symptoms and also the need for continued cancer research.

Forsyth County resident, Phyllis Shultz, who is currently fighting ovarian cancer, was on hand for the proclamation and has become a local advocate for shedding light on what has been called the silent killer for years.

“Although ovarian cancer whispers, become familiar with the signs and symptoms and be your own advocate,” advises Phyllis Shultz. “Women need to have a yearly exam by a gynecologist and more frequently if they are experiencing any of the symptoms of ovarian cancer for more than two weeks. But bear in mind, a pap smear does not detect ovarian cancer.”

Ovarian cancer is the fifth leading cause of female deaths resulting from cancer in the United States. Approximately 580 new cases and 400 deaths from ovarian cancer will occur this year in Georgia. When detected early and treated, more than 90% of women survive ovarian cancer.

Commission Chairman Charles Laughinghouse, accompanied by Shultz and other county commissioners, read a Resolution in designation of Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month and expressed the board’s desire to help fight this disease.

Shultz urges women in counties across the state to approach their respective county governments to follow suit so that lives can be saved through ovarian cancer awareness initiatives that help educate women.