SR258

Recognizing the month of March 2026 as "Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month" in Pennsylvania.

Introduced·3/23/26
Introduced Text

Recognizes March 2026 as "Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month" in Pennsylvania to promote screenings and prevention.

This resolution recognizes March 2026 as "Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month" in Pennsylvania. It highlights the importance of routine screenings, early detection, and prevention of colorectal cancer. The resolution emphasizes the effectiveness of screenings in reducing incidence and mortality, noting that one in three adults over 50 years of age is not up to date with recommended screening guidelines. It also mentions the recent approval of a blood test for colorectal cancer screening, which provides a less invasive alternative to traditional methods.

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Rules & Executive Nominations Committee
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History

Mar 23

Senate

Referred to Rules & Executive Nominations