Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim September 2026, as Urological Health Awareness Month in the State of New York

This bill asks the Governor of New York to officially designate September 2026 as Urological Health Awareness Month. The resolution highlights the importance of early detection for prostate cancer, noting that it is a leading cause of cancer death among men and disproportionately affects African American and Caribbean men of African ancestry. By establishing this awareness month, the legislation aims to encourage the state Department of Health to promote screening through digital rectal examinations and PSA blood tests. Ultimately, the bill seeks to increase public knowledge about urological health issues and the benefits of timely medical testing.