October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month.  Chances are you or someone you know has had to deal with this disease at one time or another.  The good news is that advances in treatment through years of research means a diagnosis is not always a death sentence.  Early detection is key for both women and men.  To support and promote breast cancer awareness, the Ventura Fire Department is in the pink and wants you to be, too.

Since October 6th, members of the Ventura Fire Department have switched from their regular gear to pink uniform shirts to show their support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.  After tomorrow (October 19th), they switch back to their regular uniforms.  But you can show your support for breast cancer awareness by buying a special pink T-shirt at one of the many participating Ventura businesses.  Shirts will not be available for sale at the fire station, but they do have a list of local businesses that will have them available for purchase if you are interested.  Shirts are just $17 each.  But breast cancer survivors can pick them up for $13.  All proceeds benefit the Ribbons of Life Breast Cancer Foundation.

The Ribbons of Life Breast Cancer Foundation is a grassroots organization that was founded by members of the Ventura County community to help promote women’s health and disseminate valuable information related to breast cancer.  They were established in 2008.  Their efforts have helped many breast cancer fighters, survivors and their families through their trials and tribulations with the disease.

Help the Ribbons of Life Breast Cancer Foundation as well as show your support for breast cancer awareness, research and treatment by buying a special pink T-shirt today.  The Ventura Fire Department is in the pink. You can think pink, too!

Dave and Pat Zumbrun, Your Ventura County real estate specialists