Washington:
The White House is becoming the "Pink House" in recognition of October as National Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
President Barack Obama announced on Thursday via Twitter that the building will be bathed in pink light. It will be for just one night.
The American Cancer Society says there are roughly 40,000 breast cancer deaths each year in the US.
Obama signed a proclamation at the beginning of the month designating October as National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Last October, the Obamas hung a large pink ribbon on the Pennsylvania Avenue side of the White House.
President Barack Obama announced on Thursday via Twitter that the building will be bathed in pink light. It will be for just one night.
The American Cancer Society says there are roughly 40,000 breast cancer deaths each year in the US.
Obama signed a proclamation at the beginning of the month designating October as National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Last October, the Obamas hung a large pink ribbon on the Pennsylvania Avenue side of the White House.
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