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This resolution, a formal request from the New York State Legislative Body, urges Governor Kathy Hochul to officially designate September 2026 as Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month within the state. The purpose of this proclamation is to raise public awareness about gynecologic cancers, which affect a woman's reproductive tract and include conditions like cervical, ovarian, uterine, vaginal, and vulvar cancers. The resolution highlights the importance of educating citizens about the various risk factors, symptoms, and prevention strategies for these cancers, noting that over 113,500 women are estimated to be diagnosed with a gynecologic cancer annually in the United States. It also mentions resources like the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)'s symptoms diary to help women track and communicate potential warning signs to healthcare providers, emphasizing the need for greater awareness at all levels of government and community action.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/J1542