[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 147 (Tuesday, October 4, 2011)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1762]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




     RECOGNIZING OCTOBER AS NATIONAL BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH

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                           HON. PETER T. KING

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, October 4, 2011

  Mr. KING of New York. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in recognition of 
October as National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. It is essential to 
take this time to promote breast cancer awareness, share information on 
the disease, emphasize the importance of screenings and continue to 
work towards a cure.
  Early detection is of the utmost importance for women of all ages. 
The 2.5 million breast cancer survivors through the U.S. are a 
testament to the importance of breast cancer awareness and following 
recommended screening guidelines. I strongly encourage women to follow 
the recommended mammography screening guidelines and to perform self-
exams. Early detection saves lives!
  A woman receives a diagnosis of breast cancer every two minutes, 
making this disease one of the most frequently diagnosed cancer among 
women in the United States. Despite tremendous advances in treatment 
and prevention, it remains the second leading cause of cancer death. I 
am proud to support the National Breast Cancer Coalition's Breast 
Cancer Deadline 2020, a call to end breast cancer by January 1, 2020. 
This initiative focuses on determining how to prevent the development 
of breast cancer and metastasis and renews the sense of urgency to 
eradicate this disease.
  It is my privilege to work with dedicated volunteers, patients, 
caregivers and survivors from organizations such as Susan G. Komen for 
the Cure, National Breast Cancer Coalition, the American Cancer Society 
and so many others. Their tireless work is an inspiration and a 
reminder that we must keep up the fight until there is a cure.

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