Bill > SRes570

This resolution designates November 2025 as "National Lung Cancer Awareness Month" and highlights the critical importance of lung cancer awareness, early detection, and research. The resolution provides context about lung cancer's significant impact in the United States, noting that it is the leading cause of cancer-related deaths, with an estimated 226,650 new diagnoses and 124,730 deaths expected in 2025. It emphasizes that lung cancer affects diverse populations, including 1 in 16 men and 1 in 17 women, with Black men experiencing the highest incidence and mortality rates. The resolution points out that while cigarette smoking is a major contributor to lung cancer deaths, approximately 10-20% of diagnoses occur in non-smokers, and women who never smoked are particularly vulnerable. It also highlights low screening rates (only 16% of high-risk individuals), limited awareness about screening procedures, and persistent stigma surrounding the disease. The resolution aims to promote educational efforts, increase awareness about lung cancer screening, support research into biomarker identification and innovative treatments, and encourage appropriate awareness activities throughout the month, including designating specific weeks and days for focused attention on lung cancer screening and women's lung cancer awareness.

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https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-resolution/570/all-info