Georgia Senate Bill SR372

Georgia 2025-2026 Regular Session

• Introduced: 3/10/25
• Refer: 3/11/25

Caption

Stomach Cancer; increased awareness; express support

Impact

The resolution advocates for heightened awareness regarding the risk factors associated with stomach cancer and the importance of early detection through screening and educational initiatives. By promoting awareness, the bill aims to mitigate the incidences of late-stage diagnosis, which can be detrimental to patient outcomes. Increased public knowledge and attention could lead to greater advocacy for research into stomach cancer and enhanced educational resources directed toward populations at higher risk.

Summary

Senate Resolution 372 (SR372) expresses support for increased awareness of stomach cancer, a significant health issue given its high global incidence and mortality rates. Stomach cancer is recognized as the fifth most common cancer worldwide and the fourth leading cause of cancer-related death. The resolution highlights that, in 2024, approximately 26,890 new cases were diagnosed in the United States, with notable disparities in incidence and mortality rates among different racial and ethnic communities. Georgia, in particular, ranks 11th in terms of mortality rates from this disease.

Contention

While the resolution primarily garners support for awareness-raising efforts, it also indicates a need for a comprehensive approach to address the disparities highlighted. The lack of sufficient focus on the disease may lead affected individuals to overlook concerning symptoms, further complicating treatment options. Consequently, the resolution seeks to unify efforts into actionable items that can be disseminated to healthcare providers and communities, fostering an environment that emphasizes early recognition of the disease and its symptoms.