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FL H9033
Resolution
Status
Introduced
3/27/2013
Primary Sponsor
Alan Williams
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AI Summary
- Designates April 2013 as "Esophageal Cancer Awareness Month" in Florida
- Establishes that esophageal cancer is the fastest-growing cancer diagnosis in the United States, increasing more than 400 percent over the past 20 years
- Notes that esophageal cancer kills one American every 36 minutes with fewer than one in five patients surviving 5 years, primarily due to late-stage detection
- Identifies persistent heartburn and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) as the most common cause of esophageal cancer in the United States, with Barrett's Esophagus representing a precancerous condition that increases cancer risk 125-fold
- Acknowledges that early detection and treatment of Barrett's Esophagus can prevent esophageal cancer development using curative techniques
Legislative Description
Esophageal Cancer Awareness Month
Last Action
Adopted by Publication, companion bill(s) passed, see SR 426 (Adopted)
4/17/2013
Full Bill Text
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