What's happening
This resolution urges Governor Hochul to proclaim April 2026 as Esophageal Cancer Awareness Month in New York.
Why it matters
Highlights the urgency of esophageal cancer. The resolution draws attention to the rapid rise and high fatality rate of esophageal cancer, stressing that it is often diagnosed too late for effective treatment.
Connects awareness to prevention. By recognizing the link between persistent heartburn/GERD and esophageal cancer, the resolution underscores the importance of public education about early warning signs and risk factors.
Emphasizes early detection as lifesaving. It points out that early detection of conditions like Barrett’s Esophagus—often a precursor to cancer—can vastly improve outcomes due to new outpatient treatments.
Supports advocacy and public health efforts. The resolution aligns with organizations like ECAN, aiming to improve awareness, promote screening, and ultimately reduce suffering and mortality through policy and education.
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Declare Cancer Awareness Month
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Senate Resolution No. 1387 BY: Senator PERSAUD MEMORIALIZING Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim April 2026, as Esophageal Cancer Awareness Month in the State of New York WHEREAS, Esophageal cancer is one of the fastest growing cancer diagnoses in the United States; in 2023, roughly 21,560 new esophageal cancer cases were diagnosed (17,030 in men and 4,530 in women), and
16,120 people died from esophageal cancer (12,920 in men and 3,200 in women); and WHEREAS, Esophageal cancer kills one American every 36 minutes each and every day; and WHEREAS, Esophageal cancer is among the deadliest of cancers, with fewer than one in five… Show allHide
16,120 people died from esophageal cancer (12,920 in men and 3,200 in women); and WHEREAS, Esophageal cancer kills one American every 36 minutes each and every day; and WHEREAS, Esophageal cancer is among the deadliest of cancers, with fewer than one in five patients surviving five years; and WHEREAS, Esophageal cancer has low survival rates because it is usually discovered at advanced stages when treatment outcomes are poor; and WHEREAS, Esophageal cancer in the United States is most often caused by persistent heartburn or Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), yet many who are at risk are unaware of the potential danger GERD can present when it occurs over several weeks or months; and WHEREAS, Esophageal cancer can be a silent killer with patients often unaware that the cough, hoarse voice, sore throat or chest pain they suffer can be signs of GERD and are reasons to discuss screening for esophageal cancer with their health care professional; and WHEREAS, Esophageal cancer can develop from GERD when fluids from the stomach splash up to create cellular change in the esophagus resulting in a precancerous condition known as Barrett's Esophagus which can lead to a 125-fold increase in a patient's risk of developing esophageal cancer; and WHEREAS, Esophageal cancer can be prevented through early detection of its precursor, Barrett's Esophagus, which can be treated with new, curative outpatient techniques; and WHEREAS, Esophageal Cancer Action Network (ECAN) is working to improve public awareness of the link between heartburn and cancer and supports progress in early detection and treatment of esophageal cancer; and WHEREAS, Esophageal cancer awareness, along with improvements in prevention, early detection and treatment strategies, will enhance the health and well-being of all Americans; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to memorialize Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim April 2026, as Esophageal Cancer Awareness Month in the State of New York; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to The Honorable Kathy Hochul, Governor of the State of New York.
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