A Resolution recognizing the week of May 5 through 11, 2025, as "Lung Cancer Action Week" in Pennsylvania.
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Overview
This resolution officially recognizes the week of May 5-11, 2025, as "Lung Cancer Action Week" in Pennsylvania. The resolution highlights the significant impact of lung cancer in the state, noting its high mortality rate and low survival rates. It encourages residents to learn more about lung cancer detection and treatment, and emphasizes the importance of research funding and screening programs.
Key provisions
- Designates the week of May 5-11, 2025, as "Lung Cancer Action Week" in Pennsylvania.
- Acknowledges lung cancer as the leading cause of cancer deaths in Pennsylvania.
- States that approximately 10,250 Pennsylvanians will be diagnosed with lung cancer in 2025.
- Highlights the fact that half of lung cancer patients do not live past one year of diagnosis.
- Encourages residents to learn about lung cancer detection and treatment.
Who is affected
- Residents of Pennsylvania
- Individuals diagnosed with lung cancer
- Families affected by lung cancer
Notable changes
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Primary sponsor
Lynda Schlegel Culver
Cosponsors
Christine Tartaglione
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