2006-0324
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Proclamation: Breast Cancer Awareness Month in St. Charles Parish
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P R O C L A M A T I O N
WHEREAS, breast cancer touches the lives of many Americans, either directly or through the diagnosis of a family member or friend; and,
WHEREAS, during the 21st annual Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we recognize the progress being made toward a cure for this disease, which robs so many women of their health, and in too many cases their lives; and,
WHEREAS, this year an estimated 203,000 American women will be diagnosed with breast cancer; and,
WHEREAS, regular screenings and monthly self-examination remain the most effective way to identify breast cancer in its earliest and most treatable stages. For women 40 and over, having mammograms every one to two years can reduce the risk of dying from breast cancer; and,
WHEREAS, to prevent breast cancer, we must increase awareness of its risk factors and causes. Age and genetic factors have shown to increase the risk of breast cancer, and researchers are now exploring how diet and hormonal factors are linked to possible causes. This information will help women and their doctors make informed health care choices; and,
WHEREAS, the National Cancer Institute will invest more than $604.3 million this year to breast cancer research; and,
WHEREAS, much of this funding is directed towards clinical trials dedicated to finding new and more effective ways of preventing, detecting, and treating breast cancer.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, THAT WE, THE MEMBERS OF THE ST. CHARLES PARISH COUNCIL AND THE PARISH PRESIDENT, DO HEREBY PROCLAIM OCTOBER 2006 AS
“BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH
IN ST. CHARLES PARISH”
ALBERT D. LAQUE LANCE MARINO
PARISH PRESIDENT COUNCILMAN AT LARGE, DIV. A
CLAYTON FAUCHEUX DERRYL WALLS
COUNCILMAN AT LARGE, DIV. B COUNCILMAN, DISTRICT IV
DESMOND J. HILAIRE APRIL BLACK
COUNCILMAN, DISTRICT I COUNCILMAN, DISTRICT V
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