AR129

Assembly Resolution 129 recognizes July as Sarcoma Awareness Month in California.

Assembly Resolution 129 acknowledges July as Sarcoma Awareness Month in California, emphasizing the need for increased public awareness, research, and clinical resources for sarcomas. Sarcoma is a rare cancer affecting bones or connective tissues, with over 70 subtypes and unknown causes. It impacts individuals of all ages, races, genders, and socioeconomic backgrounds, with about 17,000 new cases and 7,600 deaths annually in the U.S. The resolution highlights the importance of early detection, support for patients and families, and promoting research for effective therapies and cures.