[United States Statutes at Large, Volume 131, 115th Congress, 1st Session]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]

 
Proclamation 9581 of March 31, 2017

Cancer Control Month, 2017

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

The creativity and commitment of America's incredible medical research
and healthcare communities have made the United States the biomedical
innovation capital of the world. In particular, American innovators have
made ground-breaking advances in cancer research. These innovations help
drive the declining rates of cancer mortality.
Still, much work remains to be done. Cancer is still the second-leading
cause of death in the United States and causes too much suffering for
too many of our families and communities.
During Cancer Control Month, we honor the memory of loved ones lost to
cancer and we celebrate our cancer survivors. We recommit ourselves to
developing cures for those currently battling this disease across the
country and to educating people on the many ways they can prevent cancer
and take care of those who have fallen ill.

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Our Nation is committed to winning the fight against cancer. Throughout
April, we promote methods to combat cancer and we recognize the
thousands of medical professionals, public health advocates, scientific
researchers, innovative companies, and family members and friends who
treat, find cures for, and support those suffering from all forms of
cancer.
My Administration will continue to work with the Congress to implement
the 21st Century Cures Act and clear the way for enormous breakthroughs
in medical science. Cutting-edge research can transform cancer
treatment, so that it is more effective, less toxic, and less
debilitating. Together, we will make possible the medical advances
necessary to prevent, treat, and defeat this disease.
Experts believe that nearly half of the most common cancers can be
prevented. Americans can reduce their risk of developing cancer through
healthy eating habits, regular physical activity, and avoiding tobacco
and excessive alcohol consumption. Regular physicals and cancer
screenings and awareness of family medical histories are also critical
to preventing cancers and helping those who fall victim to cancer
discover it at earlier, more treatable stages.
Because of the toll cancer imposes on our citizens, families, and
communities, as well as the importance of promoting prevention and early
detection, my Administration wholeheartedly concurs in the request of
the Congress, that dates back to 1938, to declare April as ``Cancer
Control Month.''
NOW, THEREFORE, I, DONALD J. TRUMP, President of the United States of
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and
the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim April 2017 as Cancer
Control Month. I call upon the people of the United States to speak with
their doctors and healthcare providers to learn more about preventive
measures that can save lives. I encourage citizens, government agencies,
private businesses, nonprofit organizations, the media, and other
interested groups to increase awareness of what Americans can do to
prevent and control cancer. I also invite the Governors of the States
and Territories and officials of other areas subject to the jurisdiction
of the United States to join me in recognizing Cancer Control Month.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirty-first day of
March, in the year of our Lord two thousand seventeen, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
first.
DONALD J. TRUMP