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DE SCR27
Concurrent Resolution
Status
Engrossed
3/26/2019
Primary Sponsor
David McBride
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AI Summary
- Designates March 2019 as "Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month" in Delaware
- Colorectal cancer is the third leading cause of cancer deaths in Delaware, killing approximately 170 Delawareans annually
- Death rates from colon cancer are 36% higher among African Americans than other Delawareans
- Delaware's colorectal cancer incidence rate decreased 31% from 2000-2004 to 2010-2014, exceeding the national decrease of 23%
- Urges all Delawareans aged 50-75 to be screened for colorectal cancer during 2019
Legislative Description
Recognizing The Month Of March 2019 As Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month In The State Of Delaware.
Last Action
Passed In House by Voice Vote
3/27/2019
Full Bill Text
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