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HR 601: Support for increased awareness of stomach cancer; recognize

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House Resolution 601

By: Representatives Silcox of the 53rd, Hawkins of the 27th, Newton of the 127th, Mathiak of the 82nd, and Reese of the 140th

A RESOLUTION

Expressing support for increased awareness of stomach cancer; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, stomach cancer, known as gastric cancer, is the fifth most common cancer globally and the fourth leading cause of cancer death worldwide; and

WHEREAS, stomach cancer, accounts for about 1.5 percent of all new cancers diagnosed in the United States each year; and

WHEREAS, 26,890 new cases of stomach cancer were reported in 2024; and

WHEREAS, there are disparities in stomach cancer incidence and mortality among racial and ethnic groups in the United States; and

WHEREAS, while there has been a decline in stomach cancer incidence, the lack of awareness and focus on risk factors and early detection through screening and surveillance may cause individuals at high risk for the disease to dismiss their symptoms; and

WHEREAS, Georgia ranks 11th in mortality from stomach cancer; and

WHEREAS, increased advocacy, awareness, research and education may bring improved outcomes for patients in earlier detection and treatment.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of this body express support for increased awareness of stomach cancer and recognize that such awareness may lead to earlier detection for patients. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized and directed to make appropriate copies of this resolution available for distribution to the public and the press.