Recognizing October 2021 as Liver Cancer Awareness Month.

This resolution (HRES 740) symbolically recognizes October 2021 as Liver Cancer Awareness Month. It does not create new laws or allocate funds but aims to raise public awareness about liver cancer risks and prevention. The resolution highlights that liver cancer is the fastest-growing cause of cancer deaths in the U.S., with higher rates among American Indian/Alaska Native, Black, and Hispanic communities due to factors like hepatitis infections and diabetes. It urges broader awareness of screening for at-risk groups and encourages collaboration between the CDC and health departments to address prevention and treatment access. The resolution focuses on education and early detection, not on implementing new policies or services.