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DE SCR27

Concurrent Resolution

Status

Engrossed

3/26/2019

Primary Sponsor

David McBride

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Origin

Senate

150th General Assembly

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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