Bill > SR45

This resolution recognizes February 15, 2025, as "International Childhood Cancer Day" in Pennsylvania, highlighting the critical issue of pediatric cancer through a comprehensive overview of its global impact. The resolution acknowledges that cancer is a leading cause of death among children, with approximately 1 in 285 children in the United States diagnosed before age 20, and a child dying from the disease every two hours. It emphasizes the significant disparities in cancer outcomes between high-income and low-income countries, noting that while five-year survival rates in wealthy nations have reached around 85%, children in impoverished regions face substantial barriers to accessing lifesaving treatments. The resolution calls for recognizing medical professionals and researchers' progress, expressing solidarity with young cancer patients and their families, and encouraging Pennsylvania residents to raise awareness, support affected families, and advocate for increased funding for pediatric cancer research. Additionally, it highlights the long-term challenges faced by childhood cancer survivors, including potential side effects from treatments such as developmental issues, fertility problems, and increased risk of secondary cancers, ultimately aiming to draw attention to the ongoing need for improved pediatric cancer care and research.

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https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2025&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=45