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IL HR0727

Resolution

Official Source

Status

Passed

2/23/2012

Primary Sponsor

Patricia Bellock

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Origin

House of Representatives

97th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Designates January 2012 as Cervical Health Awareness Month in Illinois
  • Encourages state citizens to recognize the importance of cervical health and early detection of cervical cancer
  • Recognizes cervical cancer patients and survivors for their courage and determination
  • Notes that approximately 12,000 women are diagnosed with cervical cancer annually in the U.S., with about 4,000 deaths per year
  • Highlights that over 90% of women with localized cervical cancer caught in early stages survive, underscoring the importance of screening and early detection

Legislative Description

CERVICAL HEALTH AWARENESS MTH

Last Action

Resolution Adopted 112-000-000

2/23/2012

Committee Referrals

Health Care Availability/Accessibility2/6/2012
Rules2/1/2012

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