[United States Statutes at Large, Volume 123, 111th Congress, 1st Session]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]

 
PROCLAMATION 8407--AUG. 31, 2009

Proclamation 8407 of August 31, 2009
National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, 2009
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation

Ovarian cancer remains the leading cause of death from gynecologic
cancer among women in the United States. Every year, thousands are
diagnosed and go on to fight the disease with grace and dignity.
National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month honors all those affected by
this cancer and renews our commitment to fighting an illness that takes
the lives of too many in our Nation.
Women are often diagnosed with ovarian cancer when it is already at an
advanced stage. This problem can be attributed to a lack of effective
early detection technologies and minimal or no specific symptoms
associated with the disease. By learning more about risk factors and
maintaining regular physician consultations, women have their best
chance of early detection of ovarian cancer.
Science continues to expand our knowledge about this illness, promising
hope to those who, years ago, would be without it. Through dedicated
research, treatment outcomes have improved for many, and we are building
a foundation for the development of evidence-based screening, which can
help diagnose the disease at the earliest possible stage when the
likelihood of cure is high.
This month we recommit to supporting the women who continue to battle
valiantly against this malady as well as all families who are affected.
National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month helps educate women and men
about the importance of knowing common signs and symptoms, scheduling
routine doctor visits, and continuing robust scientific research. As a
Nation, we are united in our resolve to reduce incidence and improve the
lives of all those affected.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, BARACK OBAMA, 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 2009 as National
Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. I encourage citizens, Government
agencies, private businesses, nonprofit organizations, and other
interested groups to join in activities that will increase awareness of
what Americans can do to prevent and control ovarian cancer.

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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirty-first day of
August, in the year of our Lord two thousand nine, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
fourth.
BARACK OBAMA