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Recognizes February 12, 2019 as "World Cholangiocarcinoma Day" in Delaware

Cholangiocarcinoma (bile duct cancer) affects nearly 2,000 to 3,000 Americans annually, with approximately one-third of diagnoses occurring in patients under age 65

Disease has a 5-year survival rate of 2 to 30% with no current cure, as early detection is difficult due to the deep location of bile ducts and lack of reliable blood tests

Kelly green is designated as the color signifying cholangiocarcinoma awareness

Resolution supports increased awareness and research efforts through World Cholangiocarcinoma Day, a global initiative by foundations, research centers, and charities to promote early detection and better treatments