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PRINTER'S NO. 1861
THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF PENNSYLVANIA
HOUSE RESOLUTION
No.
364
Session of
2017
INTRODUCED BY BULLOCK, KINSEY, THOMAS, RABB, RYAN, PASHINSKI,
DiGIROLAMO, WATSON, TOOHIL, MACKENZIE, HENNESSEY, DRISCOLL,
J. HARRIS, FREEMAN, MILLARD, NEILSON, READSHAW, BOBACK,
BURNS, SCHLOSSBERG, STURLA, McNEILL, SONNEY, DUSH, SCHWEYER,
CALTAGIRONE, WARREN, MARSICO, V. BROWN, MURT, ROEBUCK AND
EVERETT, MAY 31, 2017
INTRODUCED AS NONCONTROVERSIAL RESOLUTION UNDER RULE 35,
MAY 31, 2017
A RESOLUTION
Recognizing the week of June 12 through 18, 2017, as "Men's
Health Week" in Pennsylvania.
WHEREAS, Despite advances in medical technology and research,
women continue to outlive men by an average of five years; and
WHEREAS, Many of the causes of premature death among men are
preventable or treatable if caught in the early stages; and
WHEREAS, A healthy lifestyle that includes screening for
major health problems and regular health care monitoring
beginning in childhood can decrease the risk of disease and
death; and
WHEREAS, "Men's Health Week" is set aside for reflection and
action to improve the health of men in our communities; and
WHEREAS, The purpose of "Men's Health Week" is to heighten
awareness of preventable health problems and encourage early
detection and early treatment of disease among men and boys; and
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WHEREAS, As part of this observance, the Centers for Disease
Control and Prevention advises sufficient sleep, cessation of
smoking or excessive alcohol use, regular aerobic activity, good
nutrition and stress management as well as immunization and
recognition of the signs and symptoms of disease; and
WHEREAS, "Men's Health Week" is celebrated annually during
the week leading up to and including Father's Day in the United
States and other nations; and
WHEREAS, The Men's Health Network sponsors "International
Men's Health Week" events throughout North America, Africa,
Europe and Australia; and
WHEREAS, The House of Representatives joins health care
providers, other public policymakers, the media and concerned
individuals as they focus on issues impacting men's wellness and
fitness; and
WHEREAS, The House of Representatives further encourages men
to seek regular medical checkups and early treatment for disease
and injury; therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives recognize the
week of June 12 through 18, 2017, as "Men's Health Week" in
Pennsylvania.
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