'Paint the Island Pink' Expo Stresses Importance of Breast Cancer Awareness

Students learn about breast cancer awareness at the ‘Paint the Island Pink’ expo.

The Women’s Center for Education and Service held its fourth annual “Paint the Island Pink” expo Thursday, Oct. 4, in the University Center, Lone Star Ballroom. The expo, which included a breast cancer panel, was part of the University’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month observance. The expo provided information on the importance of regular self-examinations for early detection of breast cancer. Speakers included breast cancer survivors Cinda LeBus and Margot B. Cummings; Dr. Gerard J. Voorhees, radiation oncologist with the Corpus Christi Cancer Center; and Dr. Burk Strong, radiologist for Radiology Associates, LLP. Local cancer organizations showcased treatment, care, and support options available for patients in the Coastal Bend.