National Breast Cancer Awareness Month , 2006, 58999-59000 [06-8558]

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[Federal Register Volume 71, Number 193 (Thursday, October 5, 2006)]
[Presidential Documents]
[Pages 58999-59000]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 06-8558]



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Part V





The President





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Proclamation 8059--National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, 2006



Proclamation 8060--National Disability Employment Awareness Month, 2006



Proclamation 8061--German-American Day, 2006


                        Presidential Documents 



Federal Register / Vol. 71, No. 193 / Thursday, October 5, 2006 / 
Presidential Documents

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Title 3--
The President

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                Proclamation 8059 of October 3, 2006

                
National Breast Cancer Awareness Month , 2006

                By the President of the United States of America

                A Proclamation

                During National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we 
                underscore our commitment to advancing the fight 
                against breast cancer and bringing hope to those 
                affected by this deadly disease.

                Breast cancer remains the second leading cause of 
                cancer deaths among American women, and both men and 
                women should be aware that age, obesity, genetics, and 
                family history are factors that can contribute to the 
                risk of developing this disease. Individuals may help 
                reduce their personal risk of breast cancer through 
                regular exercise and healthy lifestyle choices. Also, 
                regular self-exams, clinical breast exams, and 
                mammograms are vital since treatments are most 
                effective when breast cancer is detected early.

                Our Nation is making advances in the detection and 
                treatment of breast cancer, and my Administration is 
                committed to continuing this progress. In fiscal year 
                2007, the Department of Health and Human Services will 
                spend nearly $844 million on breast cancer research and 
                prevention activities. In addition, the Federal 
                Government is promoting breast cancer screening 
                services for low-income and uninsured women through 
                outreach activities and educational materials.

                Throughout our Nation, compassionate citizens provide 
                love and encouragement to individuals living with 
                breast cancer and their loved ones. Survivors of this 
                disease show the world that life after breast cancer 
                can be a reality, and we must continue to support these 
                individuals and their families. Through medical 
                advances, preventative programs, and quality health 
                care, we can continue to make significant strides in 
                the fight against this devastating disease and provide 
                a brighter future for many Americans.

                NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the 
                United States, by virtue of the authority vested in me 
                by the Constitution and laws of the United States, do 
                hereby proclaim October 2006 as National Breast Cancer 
                Awareness Month. I call upon Government officials, 
                businesses, communities, health care professionals, 
                educators, volunteers, and all the people of the United 
                States to continue our Nation's strong commitment to 
                preventing and treating breast cancer and to finding a 
                cure for this disease.

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

[FR Doc. 06-8558
Filed 10-4-06; 11:47 am]
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