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SR 916: Skin Cancer Awareness Day; recognize March 9, 2026

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Senate Resolution 916

By: Senators Kirkpatrick of the 32nd, Hufstetler of the 52nd, Hatchett of the 50th, Anderson of the 24th, Summers of the 13th and others

A RESOLUTION

Recognizing March 9, 2026, as Skin Cancer Awareness Day at the state capitol; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, melanoma and other skin cancers are one of the most preventable, yet fatal, forms of cancer, accounting for more than 50 percent of all cancers combined, including breast, lung, and prostate cancer; and

WHEREAS, one American dies of melanoma every 67 minutes, and the estimated total direct annual cost of melanoma treatment exceeds $290 million; and

WHEREAS, it is reported that of the one million newly diagnosed cases of melanoma and other skin cancers each year, an estimated 10,710 people will die; and

WHEREAS, the objectives of the Georgia Society of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery are to promote the highest possible standards of clinical practice, education, and research in dermatologic medicine and surgery and related disciplines; to promote the public interest relating to dermatology; to advocate on behalf of dermatology and high-quality patient care; and to provide a forum for the discussion of medical and practice related problems; and

WHEREAS, the Atlanta Dermatological Association is an association of dermatologists practicing in the greater Atlanta area, dedicated to promoting the highest possible standards of clinical practice, education, and research in dermatologic medicine, surgery, and related disciplines while promoting the public interest relating to dermatology and providing a forum for the discussion of medical and practice related problems; and

WHEREAS, the mission of the Skin Cancer Awareness Network Foundation is to create public awareness of the dangers of excessive or unprotected direct exposure to the sun or both and to educate people about preventive safety measures to avoid or lessen the chances of developing melanoma or one of the other preventable skin cancers; and

WHEREAS, it is necessary to encourage public awareness of the dangers of excessive or unprotected direct exposure to the sun and to educate people about preventive safety measures to avoid or lessen the chances of developing melanoma or one of the other preventable skin cancers while still being able to safely enjoy outdoor activities.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body encourage all Georgians to have a greater awareness of the risks of skin cancer and the need for early diagnosis of skin cancer and recognize March 9, 2026, as Skin Cancer Awareness Day at the state capitol.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed to make appropriate copies of this resolution available for distribution to the Georgia Society of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery, the Atlanta Dermatological Association, and the Skin Cancer Awareness Network Foundation.