South Carolina General Assembly
115th Session, 2003-2004

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Bill 866

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INTRODUCED

January 28, 2004

S. 866

Introduced by Senator J. Verne Smith

S. Printed 1/28/04--S.

Read the first time January 28, 2004.

            

A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION

TO DECLARE THE MONTH OF MARCH AS COLORECTAL CANCER AWARENESS MONTH IN THE STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA.

Whereas, colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in both men and women in the United States; and

Whereas, it is estimated that 56,000 people will die needlessly this year from this disease that is so highly preventable; and

Whereas, 30,000 lives a year could be saved if men and women would simply be screened; and

Whereas, screening for colorectal cancer is underutilized, and less than 50 percent of individuals above age 50 receive annual screenings for colorectal cancer; and

Whereas, regular screenings can detect polyps that lead to colorectal cancer and can save lives; and

Whereas, education can help inform the public of methods of prevention and early detection; and

Whereas, adopting a healthy diet at a young age can significantly reduce the risk of developing colorectal cancer; and

Whereas, on November 19, 1999, the United States Senate declared March 2000 as the first National Colorectal Awareness Month; and

Whereas, March is also designated as National Nutrition Awareness Month; and

Whereas, the State of South Carolina should help inform the public about colorectal cancer prevention and screening. Now, therefore,

Be it resolved by the Senate, the House of Representatives concurring:

That the members of the General Assembly designate the month of March as Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month in the State of South Carolina.

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