Bill > J01400

This resolution urges Governor Kathy Hochul to officially designate October 18-24, 2026, as Male Breast Cancer Awareness Week in New York State. The resolution highlights that while breast cancer is often associated with women, men can also be affected, though awareness of male breast cancer is limited. It points out that male breast cancer is rare but can be serious, with men experiencing higher mortality rates than women due to factors like delayed diagnosis. The resolution emphasizes that early detection significantly improves survival rates and aims to encourage public education campaigns and outreach efforts by healthcare providers, community organizations, and the public to raise awareness about the signs, symptoms, risk factors, and treatment options for male breast cancer.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/J1400