DE SCR22

Designates March 2025 as "Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month" in Delaware to promote prevention and early detection education

Colorectal cancer is the third leading cause of cancer-related deaths in Delaware, claiming approximately 170 lives annually

African Americans in Delaware have a 36% higher mortality rate from colon cancer compared to other populations

Delaware's colorectal cancer incidence rate was 34.6 cases per 100,000 population from 2016-2020, with a mortality rate of 12.7 deaths per 100,000

Recommends regular screenings starting at age 45 through colonoscopies or at-home FIT kits, noting most preventative screenings are fully covered by insurance