H.Res. 323 · 109th Congress

Supporting efforts to increase childhood cancer awareness, treatment, and research.

Stage
Passed chamber resolution
Introduced
2005-06-15
Latest action
2006-06-22 · Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

Summary

Calls for Congress to support: (1) efforts to promote awareness of cancer in children; (2) increased investment in childhood cancer research; (3) incentives to encourage medical trainees and investigators to enter the field of pediatric oncology; (4) incentives to encourage the development of drugs and biologics designed to treat pediatric cancers; (5) policies that encourage participation in clinical trials; (6) medical education curricula designed to improve pain management for cancer patients; and (7) enhanced education, services, and other resources related to late effects from treatment.