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AR HR1095
Resolution
Status
4/1/2025
Primary Sponsor
Fred Allen
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AI Summary
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Recognizes April as National Cancer Control Month in Arkansas to raise awareness about cancer prevention, early detection, and treatment options
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Cites that cancer is the second leading cause of death in Arkansas, with an estimated 1,900,000 new cancer cases and over 600,000 deaths expected nationally in 2025
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Encourages Arkansans to participate in regular cancer screenings including mammograms, colonoscopies, and cervical cancer screenings for early detection
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Urges adoption of healthy lifestyle habits such as avoiding tobacco, maintaining balanced diet, physical activity, and limiting alcohol consumption to reduce cancer risk
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Directs that a copy of the resolution be transmitted to Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders and the Department of Health for recognition and observance
Legislative Description
To Recognize April As National Cancer Control Month In Arkansas And Encourage All Arkansans To Take Proactive Steps In Cancer Prevention, Screening, And Treatment.
Last Action
READ AND ADOPTED.
4/1/2025