U.S. Reps. Brian Fitzpatrick and Brendan Boyle have reintroduced the Women and Lung Cancer Research and Preventative Services Act of 2021.
This legislation encourages more research into the prevention and treatment of lung cancer in women, particularly for those who have never smoked, and requires federal agencies to both evaluate and report their findings to Congress.
“Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths in women, killing more women each year than breast cancer, uterine cancer and ovarian cancer combined,” Fitzpatrick said. “This alarming statistic is further compounded by the fact that this disease is more prevalent in women and communities of color, and yet, it is the least funded of the major cancers. More research and resources must be directed to better understand, treat and prevent this disease, especially among non-smokers. I am proud to join my colleagues in this bipartisan, bicameral legislation to promote enhanced prevention and treatment and stand with the many victims, survivors, family, and friends that have been affected by this devastating disease.”
