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IL SR1047
Resolution
Status
Passed
12/2/2010
Primary Sponsor
Heather Steans
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AI Summary
- Proclaims November 2010 as Lung Cancer Awareness Month in Illinois
- Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death for both men and women, killing more Americans than breast, prostate, and colon cancers combined
- An estimated 222,520 new lung cancer cases and 157,300 deaths are expected in the United States in 2010, accounting for approximately 27% of all cancer deaths
- Illinois will see an estimated 9,190 new lung cancer diagnoses and over 6,490 deaths in 2010
- Calls for increased awareness and coordination among stakeholders including government, healthcare providers, patient groups, and researchers to promote prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of lung cancer
Legislative Description
PROCLAIMS-LUNG CANCER MONTH
Last Action
Resolution Adopted
12/2/2010
Committee Referrals
State Government & Veterans Affairs11/18/2010
Assignments11/16/2010
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