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MO HCR33
Concurrent Resolution
Status
Introduced
2/20/2014
Primary Sponsor
Rochelle Walton Gray
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AI Summary
- Designates the week of March 23-29, 2014, as "Colon Cancer Awareness Week" in Missouri
- Cites that colon cancer is the third most common cancer in the United States, affecting 1 in 20 adults with approximately 145,000 new cases diagnosed annually
- Notes that early detection through screening colonoscopy can prevent colon cancer since it typically begins as a preventable polyp
- Highlights that colon cancer deaths could potentially be reduced by 50% if all Americans age 50 and older followed American Cancer Society screening guidelines
- Encourages Missouri residents to observe the designated week through activities that increase awareness about colon cancer disease, risk factors, and prevention measures
Legislative Description
Designates the week of March 23, 2014, as "Colon Cancer Awareness Week" in Missouri
Last Action
Public Hearing Scheduled, Bill not Heard (H)
3/13/2014
Committee Referrals
Tourism And Natural Resources2/26/2014
Full Bill Text
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