Proclamation recognizing October 2019 as Breast Cancer Awareness Month PROCLAIMING OCTOBER 2019 AS
Breast Cancer Awareness Month
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L. WIS COUNTY BOARD • F COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
WHEREAS,while considerable progress has been made in the fight against breast cancer, it
remains the most commonly diagnosed cancer and the second leading cause of death among
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WHEREAS,it's estimated that more than 220,000 men and women will be diagnosed with breast
cancer and more than 40,000 will die as a result of the disease in the U S. each year,and
WHEREAS,October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, an annual campaign to increase
awareness about the disease,and
WHEREAS,during this month,we reaffirm our commitment to support breast cancer research
and to educate all citizens about its risk factors,detection and treatment;and
WHEREAS,as we display pink ribbons and wear pink clothing to raise awareness,we also support those
courageously fighting breast cancer and honor the lives lost to the disease,and
WHEREAS,this October,we recognize breast cancer survivors,those battling the disease and the family
members and friends who are tireless sources of love and encouragement;and we applaud the efforts of
our medical professionals and researchers working to find a cure for this deadly disease;and
WHEREAS, Breast Cancer Awareness Month is an opportunity to unite all citizens in our community to
prevent breast cancer deaths through increased education and regular screening,
NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED,the Lewis County Board of County Commissioners does hereby
proclaim October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Done in open session this 21st day of October 2019.
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BOCC AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
Resolution: BOCC Meeting Date: Oct. 21, 2019
Suggested Wording for Agenda Item: Agenda Type: Proclamation
Proclamation recognizing October 2019 as Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Contact: Rieva Lester Phone: 3607401419
Department: BOCC - Board of County Commissioners
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Proclamation recognizing October 2019 as Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
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