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AK HCR11
Concurrent Resolution
Status
Introduced
2/20/2024
Primary Sponsor
David Eastman
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AI Summary
- Proclaims January 2025 to be Alcohol Cancer Awareness Month in Alaska
- Designates the first week of January 2025 as a week to wear periwinkle, the official color of esophageal cancer awareness
- States that alcohol consumption is the third leading modifiable cancer risk factor, accounting for an estimated 75,199 cancer cases and 18,947 cancer deaths annually in the United States between 2013 and 2016
- Notes that even light and moderate drinking (up to one and two drinks per day respectively) is linked to increased risks for breast, colorectal, oral cavity, pharynx, and esophageal cancers
- Calls on state employees and residents to support alcohol cancer awareness efforts and increase awareness of cancer risks from alcohol consumption
Legislative Description
Alcohol Cancer Awareness Month
Death
Last Action
REFERRED TO HEALTH & SOCIAL SERVICES
2/20/2024
Committee Referrals
Health & Social Services2/20/2024
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