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AL HR114
Resolution
Status
Passed
2/16/2012
Primary Sponsor
Blaine Galliher
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AI Summary
- Designates March 2012 as Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month in Alabama
- Colorectal cancer is the second most common cause of cancer deaths in Alabama, with an estimated 2,310 cases and 930 deaths annually
- Early detection increases five-year survival rate to 90 percent compared to 10 percent when cancer spreads to other organs
- Alabama Department of Public Health administers the FITWAY program, which provides limited screenings and diagnostic testing for low-income, uninsured, or underinsured residents in 16 Alabama counties
- Encourages all Alabamians to recognize the importance of early detection and treatment of colorectal cancer
Legislative Description
Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, designation
Resolutions, Designation
Last Action
Joint Rule 11
2/16/2012
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