To help raise awareness for breast cancer, the entire staff of Providence St. Vincent Medical Center in Portland Oregon slipped on pink gloves and did a little 'pink glove dance' to Jay Sean's 'Down.'
This has caused a bit of controversy in light of the new cancer exam recommendations released this week that shift the initial exam age from 40 to 50. Nevertheless, watching the video will provide a feel-good moment. You can worry about controversies later.
Implications - The staff of Providence St. Vincent Medical Center in Portland, Oregon had an innovative idea to promote cancer awareness and they executed it perfectly.
Pink Glove Dances
Hospital Staff Boogies to Promote Cancer Awareness
Trend Themes
1. Cancer Awareness Campaigns - Hospital staff use creative dance to promote cancer awareness, inspiring other organizations to create unique and engaging awareness campaigns.
2. Healthcare Employee Engagement - Providence St. Vincent Medical Center's demonstration of fun employee engagement helps other healthcare organizations think outside the box in building staff morale and motivation.
3. Social Media Marketing for Hospitals - Success of the 'Pink Glove Dance' highlights the opportunities for hospitals to use social media as a marketing tool to raise awareness and connect with their communities on a more personal level.
Industry Implications
1. Healthcare - Hospitals and healthcare organizations can innovate in promoting staff engagement, patient care, and community involvement by exploring creative methods like the 'Pink Glove Dance.'
2. Non-profit and Charity - Social cause campaigns can benefit from creative marketing strategies to increase community engagement and enhance their mission delivery.
3. Entertainment - Organizations involved with entertainment and performing arts can partner with hospitals and healthcare industry to create engaging campaigns like hospital staff dancing videos as a means of boosting creativity and morale.