The resolution recognizes March 2025 as Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month in Alabama, highlighting the significance of colorectal cancer as the second leading cause of cancer death in the U.S. It emphasizes that colorectal cancer is highly preventable through regular screening, which can detect polyps before they become cancerous and identify cancer at an early stage when treatment is most effective. The resolution notes that if individuals aged 50 and older underwent regular screenings, up to 60% of colorectal cancer deaths could be prevented.

Furthermore, the resolution calls attention to the alarming trend of increasing colorectal cancer rates among individuals under 50 and the disparities in mortality rates among underserved populations. It encourages public awareness and education campaigns during March to inform Alabamians about prevention, screening, and symptoms of colorectal cancer. The legislature urges all Alabamians aged 45 and older to participate in colorectal screenings, aiming to save lives through early detection and increased awareness.