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FL S2190
Resolution
Status
Introduced
4/13/2011
Primary Sponsor
Ellyn Bogdanoff
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AI Summary
- Designates October 2011 as "Breast Cancer Awareness Month" in Florida
- Notes that Florida ranks third nationally with over 14,000 new breast cancer cases annually and approximately 2,650 deaths in 2010
- States that early detection through mammography screening and clinical exams beginning at age 40 increases 5-year survival rates to 98 percent, compared to 23 percent for later-stage detection
- Recognizes breast cancer awareness programs including the American Cancer Society's "Making Strides Against Breast Cancer" events and "Reach to Recovery" program as essential for promoting prevention and early detection
- References the Mary Brogan Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program as supporting early screening efforts
Legislative Description
Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Last Action
Introduced -SJ 1021
5/6/2011
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