The resolution introduced in the Rhode Island General Assembly designates the second week in May 2025 as Lung Cancer Action Week in the state. This initiative aims to raise awareness about lung cancer, which is the leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the U.S., surpassing deaths from colon, breast, and prostate cancers combined. The resolution highlights the importance of lung cancer screening, particularly through low-dose computed tomography, which can detect the disease in its early stages and significantly improve survival rates. It also emphasizes the need for increased advocacy and education to ensure that high-risk individuals, including veterans and minorities, are informed about screening options and the risks associated with lung cancer.

The resolution calls for public support for lung cancer research and encourages educational efforts to enhance awareness among the general public, healthcare workers, and patients. By designating Lung Cancer Action Week, the Rhode Island House of Representatives aims to promote understanding of lung cancer, its risk factors, and the importance of early detection. The resolution concludes by directing the Secretary of State to transmit a certified copy to the American Lung Association, reinforcing the collaborative effort to combat lung cancer through education and advocacy.

Introduced By: Representatives Azzinaro, Shekarchi, Blazejewski, Kennedy. Date Introduced: May 06. Referred To: House read and passed.