2023 Senate Resolution 23

Whereas, According to the American Cancer Society, colorectal cancer is the third leading cause of cancer-related deaths in men and women; and

Whereas, In 2021, an estimated 151,030 people were diagnosed with colorectal cancer, and there were approximately 53,000 deaths; and

Whereas, Colorectal cancer is expected to cause around 52,550 deaths in 2023; and

Whereas, Incidence and mortality rates of colorectal cancer are disproportionately higher among racial and ethnic minorities, particularly African Americans and American Indian/Alaskan Natives; and

Whereas, Colorectal cancer is one of the few cancers that can be prevented with a timely screening to find and remove pre-cancerous polyps; and

Whereas, The National Colorectal Cancer Roundtable (NCCRT) strives to increase timely colorectal cancer screening rates to 80 percent for all eligible Americans; and

Whereas, It is critical that people of all ages recognize the signs and symptoms of the disease; and

Whereas, Observing Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month during March provides a special opportunity to offer education on the importance of early detection and screening; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the Senate, That the members of this legislative body recognize March 2023 as Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month and urge all residents to observe this important occasion.