Memorializes Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 2026 as Melanoma Awareness Month in New York.

This bill memorializes Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 2026 as Melanoma Awareness Month in New York. It aims to raise awareness about melanoma, a common cancer in young people, and promote skin cancer research, detection, diagnosis, and treatment. The month will coincide with National Melanoma Month, focusing on skin health, sun safety, and skin cancer screening. The bill highlights the importance of preventing melanoma through avoiding tanning beds, excessive sun exposure, and using sunscreen.

Memorializes Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 2026 as Melanoma Awareness Month in New York.

This bill memorializes Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 2026 as Melanoma Awareness Month in New York. It aims to raise awareness about melanoma, a common cancer in young people, and promote skin cancer research, detection, diagnosis, and treatment. The month will coincide with National Melanoma Month, focusing on skin health, sun safety, and skin cancer screening. The bill highlights the importance of preventing melanoma through avoiding tanning beds, excessive sun exposure, and using sunscreen.