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This concurrent resolution recognizes March 2025 as "Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month" in Delaware, highlighting the serious public health impact of colorectal cancer in the state and nation. The resolution notes that colorectal cancer is the third leading cause of cancer-related deaths in Delaware, claiming approximately 170 lives annually, with a mortality rate 36% higher among African Americans. Drawing on data from the Delaware Department of Health and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the resolution emphasizes that in 2021 there were 141,902 new colorectal cancer cases nationally, with a projected 52,900 deaths in 2025. The resolution stresses the importance of prevention and early detection, recommending regular screenings for individuals 45 and older or with specific risk factors, and noting that multiple screening options exist, such as colonoscopies and Fecal Immunochemical Test (FIT) kits. By officially designating March 2025 as Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, the resolution aims to encourage Delawareans to educate themselves about prevention, risk factors, and the critical role of early detection in combating this serious disease.

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