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DE SCR75

Concurrent Resolution

Status

Engrossed

5/22/2025

Primary Sponsor

David Wilson

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Origin

Senate

153rd General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Designates September 2025 as "Prostate Cancer Awareness Month" in Delaware
  • Prostate cancer is the second most common cancer among men in the United States, with an estimated 299,010 new cases and 35,250 deaths nationally in 2024
  • Delaware specifically expects approximately 1,320 new prostate cancer cases and 170 deaths in 2024
  • Risk increases significantly with age: 1 in 456 men under 50 will be diagnosed, rising to 1 in 11 for men 70 and older
  • Early detection and diagnosis results in approximately 98% survival rate, with recommended baseline screening beginning at age 40

Legislative Description

Recognizing September 2025 As "prostate Cancer Awareness Month In The State Of Delaware.

Last Action

Passed In House by Voice Vote

5/22/2025

Full Bill Text

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