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This resolution, passed by the Rhode Island House of Representatives, officially designates March 2026 as "Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month" within the state. The resolution highlights that colorectal cancer is a significant cause of cancer-related deaths in Rhode Island and the United States, with substantial numbers of new cases and fatalities projected for 2026. It emphasizes the critical importance of early detection through screenings, noting that survival rates are significantly higher when the cancer is found early, often before symptoms appear, and that the disease is largely preventable through screening tests that can identify and remove pre-cancerous polyps. The resolution also acknowledges the commitment of organizations like the American Cancer Society and the American College of Gastroenterology in educating the public about prevention and screening, and directs the Secretary of State to send certified copies of this proclamation to these organizations.

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