Bill > J01549

This resolution, a formal request from the New York State Legislative Body, urges Governor Kathy Hochul to officially designate April 2026 as Oral Cancer Awareness Month within the state, aligning with the national observance. The resolution highlights that oral cancer, which affects the mouth, lips, and throat, is a serious illness with various risk factors including tobacco use and the HPV-16 virus, and disproportionately impacts African-Americans and men. It emphasizes that while oral cancer often has no early symptoms, regular dental screenings are crucial for early detection, which significantly improves survival rates, and that increased awareness can help combat this disease.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/J1549