[Federal Register Volume 73, Number 194 (Monday, October 6, 2008)]
[Presidential Documents]
[Pages 58429-58430]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: E8-23724]



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Part VII





The President





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Proclamation 8297--National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, 2008



Proclamation 8298--National Disability Employment Awareness Month, 2008



Proclamation 8299--National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, 2008


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Federal Register / Vol. 73, No. 194 / Monday, October 6, 2008 / 
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The President

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                Proclamation 8297 of October 1, 2008

                
National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, 2008

                By the President of the United States of America

                A Proclamation

                During National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we 
                underscore our commitment to fighting and preventing 
                this devastating disease. Breast cancer is one of the 
                most common types of cancer among women, and we must 
                strengthen our support of those who are living with 
                this disease while continuing to work toward a cure.

                Breast cancer can be attributed to many factors, 
                including age, genetics, obesity, and family history. 
                Women who exercise regularly, maintain healthy diets, 
                and have yearly visits with their doctors are less 
                likely to get breast cancer. Various screening measures 
                such as mammograms, regular breast self-exams, and 
                clinical breast exams can help detect cancer before it 
                has a chance to spread. Early detection allows for 
                early intervention, helps make treatment more 
                effective, and gives hope to patients and saves lives.

                America leads the world in medical research, and my 
                Administration will continue to support efforts to 
                treat and cure breast cancer. Since 2005, the Cancer 
                Genome Atlas has studied the genetic sources of all 
                types of cancer, and last year, I signed the ``National 
                Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program 
                Reauthorization Act of 2007,'' which will help millions 
                of low-income and uninsured women get the screenings 
                they need to detect cancer early. First Lady Laura Bush 
                has encouraged women around the world to take charge of 
                their health and emphasized the importance of 
                screenings and early detection. In partnership with 
                Federal agencies, State health agencies, and other 
                medical professionals, my Administration has taken 
                action to improve our Nation's healthcare system and 
                helped promote the prevention, detection, and treatment 
                of breast cancer.

                This month, we honor those currently battling the 
                disease and all who have survived the fight against 
                breast cancer. We are inspired by their strength and 
                determination. We recognize and applaud the hard-
                working caregivers and researchers who are dedicated to 
                providing comfort and assistance to those with breast 
                cancer and to treating and curing this disease. We also 
                remember those lost to breast cancer and extend our 
                thoughts and prayers to their families.

                NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the 
                United States of America, by virtue of the authority 
                vested in me by the Constitution and the laws of the 
                United States, do hereby proclaim October 2008 as 
                National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. I call upon 
                Government officials, businesses, communities, health 
                care professionals, educators, volunteers, and the 
                people of the United States to continue our Nation's 
                strong commitment to preventing, treating, and 
                ultimately curing breast cancer.

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                IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this 
                first day of October, in the year of our Lord two 
                thousand eight, and of the Independence of the United 
                States of America the two hundred and thirty-third.
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