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GA SR840
Resolution
Status
Passed
1/28/2016
Primary Sponsor
Renee Unterman
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AI Summary
- Recognizes February 9, 2016, as Skin Cancer Awareness Day at the Georgia state capitol
- Encourages all Georgians to have greater awareness of skin cancer risks and the need for early diagnosis
- Notes that melanoma and other skin cancers account for more than 50% of all cancers combined, with one American dying of melanoma every 67 minutes and estimated direct annual treatment costs exceeding $290 million
- Acknowledges the work of the Georgia Society of Dermatologists, the Atlanta Dermatological Association, and the Skin Cancer Awareness Network Foundation in promoting clinical standards and public education
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to distribute copies of the resolution to the three recognized organizations
Legislative Description
Skin Cancer Awareness Day; recognize February 9
Last Action
Senate Read and Adopted
1/28/2016
Full Bill Text
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