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This resolution urges the Governor to declare September 2017 as Prostate Cancer Awareness Month in New York State.
Why it matters
Highlights the significant impact of prostate cancer. on New Yorkers, emphasizing that it is the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths among American men and disproportionately affects older men and African-American males.
Stresses the importance of early detection. , noting that prostate cancer often has no symptoms until advanced stages, but early screening can dramatically improve survival rates from 33% to nearly 100% if caught early.
Aims to increase public and healthcare provider awareness. , which can lead to more men being screened, more localized (and curable) cases being found, and ultimately more lives saved.
Calls attention to health disparities and risk factors. , such as age, race, family history, and diet, encouraging targeted outreach and education to those at greater risk.
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Prostate Cancer Awareness Month
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Senate Resolution No. 2458 BY: Senator HANNON MEMORIALIZING Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim September 2017, as Prostate Cancer Awareness Month in the State of New York, to be observed in conjunction with National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month WHEREAS,… Show allHide
Senate Resolution No. 2458 BY: Senator HANNON MEMORIALIZING Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim September 2017, as Prostate Cancer Awareness Month in the State of New York, to be observed in conjunction with National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month WHEREAS, The State of New York takes great pride in recognizing serious diseases by proclaiming official months to increase awareness of such concerns, which affect thousands of New Yorkers; and WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to memorialize Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim September 2017, as Prostate Cancer Awareness Month in the State of New York, to be observed in conjunction with National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month; and WHEREAS, While great strides have been made in the battle against prostate cancer, Prostate Cancer Awareness Month is committed to educating people in the United States, including health care providers, about prostate cancer and early detection strategies, which is crucial to saving the lives of men and preserving and protecting families; and WHEREAS, Prostate cancer is a substantial health problem in the State of New York and throughout the United States; it is the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths among American men; and WHEREAS, In 2013, the State of New York had an estimated 16,720 new prostate cancer cases, and an estimated 1,770 deaths from prostate cancer; and WHEREAS, One out of every six men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime; prostate cancer can remain symptomless for years; there is often no way to detect prostate cancer in its early stages except through specific tests done by a trained professional; and WHEREAS, The most clearly established risk factors for prostate cancer are age, race, family history, and high-fat diets; more than 65 percent of all prostate cancers are diagnosed in men over the age of 65, and African-American males suffer a prostate cancer incidence rate up to
percent higher than White males and are nearly 2.5 times more likely
to die from the disease; conversely, Asian men who live in Asia have the
lowest risk; and
WHEREAS, There are no noticeable symptoms of prostate cancer while
it is still in the early stages, making screening critical; and
WHEREAS, Screening by both a digital rectal examination (DRE) and a
prostate specific antigen (PSA) blood test can diagnose the disease in
its early stages, increasing the chances of surviving more than five
years to nearly 100 percent, while only 33 percent of men survive more
than five years if diagnosed during the late stages of the disease; and
WHEREAS, The observance of Prostate Cancer Awareness Month has
contributed to nearly 60 percent of new cases being localized and
potentially curable, indicating a dramatic increase in awareness among
the general population about the importance of early detection,
benefiting millions of men and helping to save thousands of lives; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
memorialize Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim September 2017, as
Prostate Cancer Awareness Month in the State of New York, to be observed
in conjunction with National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month; and be it
further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to The Honorable Andrew M. Cuomo, Governor of the State of
New York.
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