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Supporting Stomach Cancer Awareness: Focus on Early Detection and Research Needs.

The US Senate supports Stomach Cancer Awareness Month, emphasizing the critical need for better public and medical education regarding symptoms and risk factors. This resolution aims to boost early detection efforts for this cancer, which currently has low survival rates when diagnosed late. It also calls for increased research into prevention and treatment, potentially improving patient outcomes in the future.
Key points
Support for educational campaigns to raise awareness of stomach cancer among the public and healthcare providers.
Call for increased research funding and focus on early detection, prevention, and new treatment methods for gastric cancer.
Highlighting that early diagnosis is crucial, as late-stage detection drastically reduces the five-year survival rate.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_SRES_908
Sponsor: Sen. Young, Todd [R-IN]
Process start date: 2024-11-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A resolution expressing support for the goals of Stomach Cancer Awareness Month.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_SRES_908.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-11-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Support for educational campaigns to raise awareness of stomach cancer among the public and healthcare providers.
  • Call for increased research funding and focus on early detection, prevention, and new treatment methods for gastric cancer.
  • Highlighting that early diagnosis is crucial, as late-stage detection drastically reduces the five-year survival rate.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Adopted.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Young, Todd [R-IN].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6855; text: 11/21/2024 CR S6728)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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