A resolution designating September 2024 as "National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month".

12/3/2024, 8:13 PM

This resolution designates September 2024 as National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month.

Bill 118 S.Res. 915, also known as a resolution designating September 2024 as "National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month," was introduced in the United States Senate. The purpose of this resolution is to raise awareness about prostate cancer, a common but often overlooked health issue that affects many men in the United States.

The resolution highlights the importance of early detection and treatment of prostate cancer, as well as the need for increased research funding to develop better screening methods and treatments. It also recognizes the impact that prostate cancer has on individuals, families, and communities across the country.

By designating September 2024 as "National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month," the resolution aims to educate the public about the risks and symptoms of prostate cancer, encourage men to talk to their healthcare providers about screening options, and promote a greater understanding of the disease among policymakers and the general public. Overall, this resolution seeks to bring attention to an important health issue and encourage proactive measures to improve outcomes for individuals affected by prostate cancer.
Congress
118

Number
SRES - 915

Introduced on
2024-11-21

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

11/21/2024

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Passed in Senate

Purpose and Summary

This resolution designates September 2024 as National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month.

Bill 118 S.Res. 915, also known as a resolution designating September 2024 as "National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month," was introduced in the United States Senate. The purpose of this resolution is to raise awareness about prostate cancer, a common but often overlooked health issue that affects many men in the United States.

The resolution highlights the importance of early detection and treatment of prostate cancer, as well as the need for increased research funding to develop better screening methods and treatments. It also recognizes the impact that prostate cancer has on individuals, families, and communities across the country.

By designating September 2024 as "National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month," the resolution aims to educate the public about the risks and symptoms of prostate cancer, encourage men to talk to their healthcare providers about screening options, and promote a greater understanding of the disease among policymakers and the general public. Overall, this resolution seeks to bring attention to an important health issue and encourage proactive measures to improve outcomes for individuals affected by prostate cancer.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA resolution designating September 2024 as "National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month".

Policy Areas
Health

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Recent Activity

Latest Summary12/3/2024

This resolution designates September 2024 as National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month.


Latest Action11/21/2024
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6734; text: CR S6730-6731)