[Federal Register Volume 75, Number 66 (Wednesday, April 7, 2010)]
[Presidential Documents]
[Pages 17839-17840]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2010-8021]


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                Proclamation 8489 of April 1, 2010

                
National Cancer Control Month, 2010

                By the President of the United States of America

                A Proclamation

                Cancer is among the leading causes of death in our 
                country, taking over half a million American lives in 
                the past year alone. This illness has stricken 
                countless individuals and families in communities 
                across our Nation, but the future holds untold promise. 
                We continue to make monumental strides in managing and 
                understanding cancer, and rates of new cases and deaths 
                have declined for men and women overall in recent 
                years. During National Cancer Control Month, let us 
                renew our commitment to combat this disease by raising 
                awareness and supporting the development of life-saving 
                treatments.

                With simple, everyday activities, we all can take steps 
                to protect ourselves and our loved ones from cancer. 
                Americans should discuss preventive care with a health 
                professional. Getting regular check-ups and screenings 
                can help reduce the risk of developing certain cancers 
                and help detect cancer early, when it is most 
                treatable. Changing unhealthy habits can often help 
                prevent cancer before it forms. By limiting sun 
                exposure and alcohol consumption, avoiding tobacco, 
                exercising regularly, and maintaining a nutritious 
                diet, we can each reduce our risk of developing cancer. 
                I encourage all who are struggling to quit smoking to 
                visit SmokeFree.gov for resources and information.

                My Administration is committed to supporting every 
                American who is fighting cancer, and we have invested 
                in innovative research through the National Institutes 
                of Health to develop more effective treatments. While 
                cancer affects people of every background and economic 
                status, disparities exist between races, ethnicities, 
                and incomes regarding the likelihood of survival. 
                Community cancer centers will play an important role in 
                closing these gaps and bringing hope to underserved 
                citizens.

                Like too many Americans, I know the pain of losing a 
                loved one to cancer, and I carry the memory of my 
                mother's courage with me each day. Inspired by the 
                stories and tenacity of patients and survivors, and 
                guided by our love for those we have lost, we will one 
                day triumph over this devastating illness.

                The Congress of the United States, by joint resolution 
                approved March 28, 1938 (52 Stat. 148; 36 U.S.C. 103), 
                as amended, has requested the President to issue an 
                annual proclamation declaring April as ``Cancer Control 
                Month.''

                NOW, THEREFORE, I, BARACK OBAMA, President of the 
                United States of America, do hereby proclaim April 2010 
                as National Cancer Control Month. I call upon citizens, 
                government agencies, organizations, health care 
                providers, and research institutions to raise cancer 
                awareness and continue helping Americans live longer, 
                healthier lives.

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                IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this 
                first day of April, in the year of our Lord two 
                thousand ten, and of the Independence of the United 
                States of America the two hundred and thirty-fourth.
                
                
                    (Presidential Sig.)

[FR Doc. 2010-8021
Filed 4-6-10; 8:45 am]
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