Political Quotes

“I rise today to recognize October as National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. This disease affects people everywhere of all walks of life, taking the lives of approximately 40,000 women in our country each year. In Connecticut, over 3,000 new cases of breast cancer will be diagnosed this year. The epidemic incidence of breast cancer reminds us of the need for vigilance and vigor in fighting it. I applaud the various advocacy and fundraising organizations that have fought on behalf of the millions of individuals affected by breast cancer. These organizations have been instrumental in raising awareness of breast cancer throughout the health community, public, and Congress. Their work in promoting vital prevention activities and critical funding within government agencies for breast cancer has saved millions of lives, and I thank them for all they have done in the fight against breast cancer. It is important to remember this month, and always, how critical preventive care is in the fight against breast cancer. I strongly encourage individuals to speak with their doctors about breast cancer to determine what steps they should take to protect themselves. Early detection can significantly lower the risk of death from breast cancer, and I hope women will be reminded this month to seek the preventive care they may need. While progress has been made on this issue, we must continue to fight against breast cancer.…”