East Idaho Times

U.S. Senators Mike Crapo (R-Idaho) and Cory Booker (D-New Jersey) have introduced a Senate Resolution recognizing September as "National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month." The bipartisan resolution aims to increase awareness of prostate cancer, encouraging Americans to participate in efforts for early detection, improved treatment, and finding a cure.

"I hope all men will educate themselves about prostate cancer," said Crapo. "Early detection through regular health screenings is imperative to address this disease early when treatment will be most effective. This Resolution should serve as a reminder to all men to discuss screening options with their health care provider."

"With 1 in 8 men in the United States being diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime, we must prioritize awareness, early detection, and research," said Booker. "I am proud to introduce this bipartisan resolution alongside Senator Crapo to designate September as National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. This is a critical issue affecting men across our nation, and we must improve access to health care services for detecting and treating prostate cancer."

"A man dies from prostate cancer every 15 minutes in the United States. Awareness is the first step to helping men understand their risks for prostate cancer and talk with their doctor about screening," said Courtney Bugler, CEO of ZERO Prostate Cancer. "We are grateful to Senator Crapo and Senator Booker for their leadership in Congress to be sure people have the information and access to screening necessary to catch prostate cancer early and live full, happy, and longer lives."

Prostate cancer remains the second-leading cause of cancer-related deaths among men in the United States. Statistics indicate that one in eight men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during their lifetimes, while one in 44 will die from it. Idaho ranks ninth nationally for prostate cancer deaths.

Joining Crapo and Booker in introducing this resolution are Senators James Risch (R-Idaho), Chris Van Hollen (D-Maryland), Shelley Moore Capito (R-West Virginia), George Helmy (D-New Jersey), and Ben Cardin (D-Maryland).

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