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DE SJR7
Joint Resolution
Status
Passed
3/24/2016
Primary Sponsor
Bethany Hall-Long
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AI Summary
- Designates March 2016 as "Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month" in Delaware
- Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in the U.S., with an estimated 430 new cases and 150 deaths in Delaware in 2016
- Delaware ranked 4th nationally in colorectal cancer screenings in 2012, with nearly 76% of residents age 50 and older having been screened
- Delaware's colorectal cancer incidence rate declined 28.7% between 1997-2001 and 2007-2011, exceeding the national decline of 20.8%
- Sets a state goal of screening 80% of Delawareans aged 50-75 for colorectal cancer by 2018
Legislative Description
Recognizing The Month Of March 2016 As "colorectal Cancer Awareness Month".
Last Action
Signed by Governor
3/24/2016
Committee Referrals
Health & Human Development3/17/2016
Health & Social Services3/3/2016
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