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This resolution designates September 2025 as "Childhood Cancer Awareness Month" in Pennsylvania, highlighting the significant impact of childhood cancer in the United States. The resolution cites statistics from the American Cancer Society, noting that approximately 9,550 children under 15 will be diagnosed with cancer in 2025, and childhood cancer is the second leading cause of death for children in this age group. The resolution acknowledges that one in 285 children will be diagnosed with cancer by their 20th birthday, and while treatment advances have improved survival rates from 58% in the mid-1970s to approximately 85% today, there is still much work to be done. It recognizes Pennsylvania's leadership in childhood cancer treatment, with six Children's Oncology Group hospitals and significant contributions to pediatric cancer research. The resolution aims to encourage young cancer fighters, honor those who have lost their lives to childhood cancer, express gratitude to medical professionals, and motivate residents to join the fight against childhood cancer by raising awareness and supporting research efforts.

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