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Support for Lung Cancer Awareness Month and Early Detection

This House Resolution supports designating November 2024 as National Lung Cancer Awareness Month. It aims to boost public knowledge about lung cancer, its early detection, and treatment, potentially saving lives. The resolution also emphasizes the need for research and education, especially for high-risk groups.
Key points
Increasing public awareness of lung cancer and its early detection.
Promoting screening methods like low-dose computed tomography, which can save lives.
Supporting research into lung cancer, including risk factors unrelated to smoking.
Highlighting challenges in accessing screening and treatment, particularly for veterans and minorities.
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Print number: 118_HRES_1595
Sponsor: Rep. Boyle, Brendan F. [D-PA-2]
Process start date: 2024-11-22