The Town of Waxhaw Board of Commissioners issued a proclamation in support of October as National Breast Cancer Awareness Month at its Regular Meeting on October 14. 

Though great strides have been made in combatting this devastating illness, thousands of women and men will be diagnosed with breast cancer this year. The exact causes of breast cancer are unknown. Understanding its risk factors and getting recommended screening mammograms are essential to early detection and prevention of breast cancer. 

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Proclamation In Support of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month

WHEREAS, breast cancer touches the lives of Americans from every background and in every community across our Nation;

WHEREAS, while considerable progress has been made in the fight against breast cancer, it remains the most frequently diagnosed type of non-skin cancer and second leading cause of cancer deaths among women;

WHEREAS, thousands of women and men will be diagnosed with breast cancer this year, and tens of thousands of women are expected to lose their lives to the disease;

WHEREAS, the exact causes of breast cancer are unknown, understanding its risk factors is essential to prevention. Older women and those who have a personal or family history of breast cancer are among those at greater risk of developing the illness. Early detection is also key in the fight against breast cancer. Getting recommended screening mammograms can help to detect breast cancer early. Women and men are encouraged to speak with their health care provider about breast cancer, and to visit www.cancer.gov to learn more about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment; and

WHEREAS, this month, we stand with those who have been affected by breast cancer, and we recognize the ongoing efforts of dedicated advocates, researchers, and health care providers who strive each day to defeat this terrible disease. In memory of the loved ones, we have lost and inspired by the resilience of those living with the disease, let us strengthen our resolve to lead our Nation toward a future free from cancer in all its forms.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED, I Robert J. Murray, III, by virtue of the authority vested in me as Mayor of the Town of Waxhaw, in the State of North Carolina do hereby proclaim October 2025 as Breast Cancer Awareness Month and urge all citizens to support this observance. I further urge citizens to increase their awareness, education and importance of early detection of breast cancer which deeply affects many families in our State each year and to dedicate themselves to prevention, detection and treatment of breast cancer.

Duly adopted and effective this the 14th day of October 2025.