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MS SC534
Concurrent Resolution
Status
Passed
3/27/2021
Primary Sponsor
Hillman Frazier
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AI Summary
- Declares September 2021 as "Prostate Cancer Awareness Month" in Mississippi
- Highlights that one in nine men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in his lifetime, with approximately 2,380 men expected to be diagnosed in Mississippi in 2021
- Notes African-American men face significantly higher risk, with one in six developing prostate cancer and being 2.3 times more likely to die from the disease than white men
- Encourages Mississippi citizens to become informed about prostate cancer and engage in informed conversations with healthcare providers about screening, diagnostic methods, and treatment options
- Requests the resolution be forwarded to the Mississippi Cancer League and made available to the Capitol Press Corps
Legislative Description
Declare September 2021 as "Prostate Cancer Awareness Month."
Last Action
Enrolled Bill Signed
3/27/2021
Committee Referrals
Rules3/5/2021
Full Bill Text
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