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DE HCR11
Concurrent Resolution
Status
Engrossed
3/30/2021
Primary Sponsor
Kimberly Williams
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AI Summary
- Recognizes February 12, 2021 as "World Cholangiocarcinoma Day" in Delaware through House Concurrent Resolution No. 11
- Cholangiocarcinoma is bile duct cancer occurring in ducts within or outside the liver, with three types based on location: intrahepatic, perihilar, and distal
- Nearly 10,000 Americans develop cholangiocarcinoma annually, with average diagnosis age of 72, though approximately one-third of cases occur in patients under 65
- Early detection is critical for treatment but difficult due to bile ducts being deep in the body and lack of reliable blood tests; 5-year survival rate is 2 to 30% with no current cure
- Increased awareness and research efforts through World Cholangiocarcinoma Day, marked by kelly green signification, could improve early detection and future treatment options
Legislative Description
Recognizing February 12, 2021 As "world Cholangiocarcinoma Day" In Delaware.
Last Action
Passed By Senate. Votes: 20 YES 1 ABSENT
3/30/2021
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