[United States Statutes at Large, Volume 122, 110th Congress, 2nd Session]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]

 
PROCLAMATION 8279--AUG. 25, 2008

Proclamation 8279 of August 25, 2008
National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, 2008
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month is an opportunity to underscore
our commitment to fighting prostate cancer and to raise awareness about
this highly treatable disease.
Prostate cancer is the second most common type of cancer found in men,
and one in six men will develop it during their lifetime. The cause of
prostate cancer remains unknown, but early detection can lead to better
treatment and increase the chances of survival. It is important for men
to talk to their physicians about risk factors, prevention, and
preventive screenings.
My Administration remains committed to helping America's dedicated
medical professionals learn more about the cause of prostate cancer and
develop new and better ways to combat it. Since 2005, the Cancer Genome
Atlas has studied the genetic sources of all types of cancer. By
supporting medical research, conducting clinical trials, and developing
new surgical techniques to help patients recover quickly, the National
Institutes of Health, the National Cancer Institute, and the Centers for
Disease Control and Prevention are helping lead the fight against
prostate cancer.
During National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, we remember those who
lost the battle against prostate cancer, and we pray for their families
and friends. We also remember those living with prostate cancer,
celebrate the lives of survivors, and thank all the medical
professionals





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who aid in these victories. By continuing our fight against this
disease, we will make our Nation a healthier and more hopeful place.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim September 2008 as National
Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. I call upon government officials,
businesses, communities, health care professionals, educators, and the
people of the United States to reaffirm our Nations strong and ongoing
commitment to the fight against prostate cancer.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-fifth day of
August, in the year of our Lord two thousand eight, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
third.
GEORGE W. BUSH