This October 24 - 26, you might notice something different about Arvada Fire's personnel. In an effort to support women and their families impacted by cancer, Arvada Fire is joining a national emergency responder campaign, "Cares Enough to Wear Pink." Instead of their normal blue t-shirts, these community first responders will be wearing pink shirts as a sign of their support .

First responders across the United States will participate in this campaign and encourage women in their community to begin screening. After skin cancer, breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer for women and is the leading cause of cancer death among Colorado women. However, screening tests such as monthly self-examinations, clinical breast exams and mammograms are available that can often detect breast cancer early, when it is treatable. Early detection saves lives.

Arvada Fire is proud to be a part of the "Cares Enough to Wear Pink Campaign." Will you join us...do you "Care Enough to Wear Pink?" Be a part of the team in showing support to our community's cancer fighters and survivors. Here is what you can do:

1. Wear Pink in some form (a ribbon, a motivational bracelet, a shirt, a tie, etc.) for October 24 - 26.

2. Schedule a clinical examination and mammogram for yourself or encourage the women you love to do so!

It's that simple. Together we can raise awareness about this devastating disease and make an impact in our community by committing to regular screenings!

Scott Pribble is the Public Information Officer for the Arvada Fire District