Southold Joins 'Turquoise Takeover' To Raise Lung Cancer Awareness

SOUTHOLD, NY — Southold Supervisor Scott Russell announced that the town is joining forces with the American Lung Association's "Lung Force" Initiative, designating the second week in May —May 8 through May 14 — as Turquoise Takeover and Lung Cancer Action Week.

Each May, during the event, the American Lung Association "turns the nation turquoise" to raise awareness for lung cancer, raise funds and inspire Americans to take action to prevent lung cancer and detect the disease earlier.

"Lung cancer is the leading cancer killer in the U.S. We join with the American Lung Association in raising awareness to ensure fewer people are diagnosed. I encourage all residents of the Town of Southold to learn more about lung cancer, risk factors and to take part in critical lifesaving screening," he said.