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September 2024 Designated as National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month.

The Senate resolution designates September 2024 as National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month to boost public knowledge about this disease, which remains a leading cause of death among children. It calls on government bodies and non-profits to conduct educational activities and pledges to make the prevention and cure of childhood cancer a public health priority. This aims to increase support for affected families and survivors.
Key points
Increased public awareness of childhood cancer through educational programs and informational activities across the nation.
Commitment to making childhood cancer prevention and cure a public health priority at federal and state levels.
Encouragement for childhood cancer survivors to receive ongoing monitoring and care throughout their adult lives.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_SRES_841
Sponsor: Sen. Manchin, Joe, III [I-WV]
Process start date: 2024-09-23