Presidential Message on Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month

In a message for Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, President Donald J. Trump highlighted the urgency of early detection and the administration's commitment to ending the nation's chronic disease crisis.Key highlights of the message include:Public Health Crisis: Colorectal cancer is identified as the leading cause of cancer death for men and women under age 50, with an estimated 55,000 Americans expected to die from the disease this year.Screening and Prevention: The President urged Americans to be "stewards of their health" by beginning regular screenings at age 45. He also emphasized the importance of family history and lifestyle choices, such as exercise and a balanced diet, in preventing the disease.Administrative Initiatives: The message pointed to the newly established Make America Healthy Again Commission as a central part of the administration's effort to address the root causes of chronic illnesses like cancer.Support for Research: President Trump praised the work of scientists and medical professionals developing groundbreaking technologies for earlier detection and life-extending treatments.The proclamation concludes with a tribute to those lost to the disease and a vow to continue the fight for a "healthy, strong, and totally cancer-free" future.