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DE SCR38

Concurrent Resolution

Official Source

Status

Engrossed

5/3/2012

Primary Sponsor

Edward Bennett

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Origin

Senate

146th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • May is permanently designated in Delaware Code as Melanoma and Skin Cancer Detection and Prevention Month since 2009
  • Melanoma accounts for only 4% of all skin cancer cases but over 79% of skin cancer-related deaths
  • Approximately 95% of melanoma cases can be cured if detected and treated early
  • Skin cancer affects 1 in 5 Americans with more than 1 million new cases diagnosed annually and an estimated 3% annual increase in melanoma cases
  • Resolution affirms the continuing need to raise awareness about melanoma and skin cancer detection and prevention during May

Legislative Description

Continuing To Raise Awareness That The Month Of May Is Melanoma And Skin Cancer Detection And Prevention Month In Delaware.

Last Action

Passed in House by Voice Vote

5/17/2012

Full Bill Text

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