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DE SCR59
Concurrent Resolution
Status
Engrossed
6/26/2019
Primary Sponsor
David Wilson
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AI Summary
- Designates September 2019 as "Prostate Cancer Awareness Month" in Delaware
- Highlights that prostate cancer is the second most common cancer in men (excluding skin cancer), with 1 in 9 men diagnosed in their lifetime
- Notes that 1 in 41 men will die from prostate cancer, with 31,620 deaths recorded that year and approximately 2.9 million men in the U.S. living with the disease
- Identifies older men and African-American men as having increased risk, with average diagnosis age of 66
- Recommends men begin baseline Prostate-Specific Antigen tests and Digital Rectal Exams at age 40 for early detection
Legislative Description
Recognizing September 2019 As "prostate Cancer Awareness" Month In The State Of Delaware.
Last Action
Passed In House by Voice Vote
6/27/2019
Full Bill Text
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