Louisiana 2014 Regular Session

Louisiana Senate Bill SCR109

Introduced
4/30/14  
Introduced
4/30/14  
Passed
5/1/14  
Engrossed
5/5/14  

Caption

Designates April 12, 2014, as "Oral Cancer Foundation Walk/Run for Awareness Day" in Louisiana.

Impact

The establishment of an official day for awareness serves to highlight the ongoing health challenges posed by oral cancer. By endorsing the Oral Cancer Foundation's activities, the resolution emphasizes the need for increased advocacy, research, and support for individuals affected by this type of cancer. Additionally, the fundraising aspect associated with the awareness day aims to facilitate further research and development of treatments, which can potentially improve patient outcomes.

Summary

Senate Concurrent Resolution No. 109 designates April 12, 2014, as 'Oral Cancer Foundation Walk/Run for Awareness Day' in Louisiana. This initiative aims to raise public awareness about oral cancer, a significant health issue that results in approximately 43,000 new diagnoses annually in the United States. The resolution recognizes the critical role that awareness activities play in educating the public, fostering discussion, and ultimately contributing to prevention efforts in combating this disease.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding SCR109 is generally positive, as it rally supports a health-focused initiative that seeks to educate and empower communities. Lawmakers unanimously passed the resolution, indicating a strong bipartisan support for increasing awareness about oral cancer and highlighting community engagement in health-related events. The involvement of local businesses and participants in the awareness walk/run further underscores a collective community effort towards addressing this public health issue.

Contention

While the resolution itself is non-controversial, potential contention could arise in discussions about funding for oral cancer prevention and research. With multiple health issues vying for attention and resources, ensuring adequate support for oral cancer initiatives may face challenges. Nonetheless, such community events as specified in the resolution can initiate important dialogues on health priorities and foster collaboration between the public, nonprofits, and legislators.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

LA SCR98

Designates April 23, 2014, as "School-Based Health Care Awareness Day" in Louisiana.

LA SR80

Designates May 3, 2014, as "Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Day in Louisiana" and commends the efforts of Ronnie Edwards in raising pancreatic cancer awareness.

LA SCR141

Designates June 1, 2012, as Congenital Heart Disease Awareness Day in Louisiana.

LA SCR37

Requests members of the legislature to host an Obesity Awareness Walk within their respective districts and designates April 13, 2010, as "Obesity Awareness Day."

LA SCR4

Designates the month of March 2014 as "Breast Cancer Awareness Month".

LA SCR12

Designates March 19, 2014, as "Kick Butts Day 2014" in Louisiana.

LA SCR117

Designates September 2019 as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month in Louisiana.

LA SCR66

Recognizes April 15, 2014, as "GEAUX BLUE FOR KIDS"! Day at the Louisiana State Capitol and commends LouisianaChildren.org and its member programs CACLA, LACASA, and PCAL.

LA SCR15

Designates May 2011 as Lupus Awareness Month.

LA SR59

Recognizes April as Sarcoidosis Awareness Month in Louisiana and designates April 2, 2018, as Sarcoidosis Awareness Day at the state capitol.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.