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Raising Awareness of Colorectal Cancer Disparities in Black Community

This resolution aims to raise awareness about colorectal cancer, especially within the Black community, where the disease is more prevalent and deadly. It encourages screenings and research into the causes of these disparities, potentially leading to better healthcare and earlier detection for all citizens.
Key points
Highlights higher rates of colorectal cancer incidence and death among Black Americans.
Encourages colorectal cancer screenings as recommended.
Urges government agencies to research the causes of racial disparities in colorectal cancer screening and develop strategies to eliminate them.
Calls on State health plans to quickly cover colorectal screenings for younger individuals, with special consideration for the Black community and other high-risk groups.
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Additional Information
Raising awareness of the racial disparities in the impact of colorectal cancer on the Black community.
Print number: HRES 224
Sponsor: Rep. Watson Coleman, Bonnie [D-NJ-12]
Process start date: 2023-03-10