[Congressional Record Volume 153, Number 166 (Tuesday, October 30, 2007)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2278]
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       SUPPORTING THE OBSERVANCE OF BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH

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                               speech of

                         HON. JERRY F. COSTELLO

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                        Monday, October 29, 2007

  Mr. COSTELLO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support of H. Con. Res. 
230, a resolution supporting the observance of Breast Cancer Awareness 
Month. This resolution provides a special opportunity to increase 
awareness on the importance of regular self-examinations, as early 
detection is the key to increasing survival rates.
  This is also an occasion on which we can recognize the more than 2.4 
million breast cancer survivors and remember those who are no longer 
with us on account of this deadly disease. This past October, survivors 
and activists have reminded us why it is so important to support 
research throughout the entire year to find a cure for breast cancer.
  In this country, this disease strikes 1 woman every 3 minutes, and it 
is the leading cause of death among women ages 45 to 54. The numbers 
are staggering--we simply must continue to adequately fund research and 
ensure that services and treatments are accessible to those who need 
them.
  Mr. Speaker, in honor of those who have fought a courageous battle 
with breast cancer, I ask my colleagues to join me in supporting this 
resolution.

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