CITY OF FRESNO
___________________________________________ __________________________________________ JERRY P. DYER, Honorable Mayor MIKE KARBASSI, Council President, District 2
____________________________________________ __________________________________________ MIGUEL ARIAS, Council Vice President, District 3 ANNALISA PEREA, Councilmember, District 1
____________________________________________ __________________________________________ TYLER MAXWELL, Councilmember, District 4 BRANDON VANG, Councilmember, District 5
____________________________________________ __________________________________________ NICK RICHARDSON, Councilmember, District 6 NELSON ESPARZA, Councilmember, District 7
Office Of Councilmember Brandon Vang
Hereby Recognizes:
Breast Cancer Awareness Month
WHEREAS, breast cancer remains one of the leading causes of death both nationally and globally. 1 in 8 women in the U.S. will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime, and approximately 1 in 43 will die from the disease. Research shows higher incidences of breast cancer within the San Joaquin Valley, posing a major challenge to the health and well-being of our community; and
WHEREAS, individuals who have limited access to healthcare, are older, or have a lower socioeconomic status are less likely to receive regular screenings for breast cancer and, therefore, likely to be diagnosed at a later stage with lower chances of survival; and
WHEREAS, the National Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program has supported underserved groups by improving access to early detection and screening services, increasing survival rates by diagnosing individuals at early stages and affirming the importance of cancer education and equitable healthcare access; and
WHEREAS, breast cancer not only deeply affects those diagnosed, but also impacts family members, friends, and entire communities, introducing complex emotional, physical, and financial challenges; and
WHEREAS, the American Cancer Society’s work through investments in breast cancer research, ensuring greater access to quality care, advocacy for public policy, and providing patient support has played a key role in the reducing the female breast cancer death rate; and
WHEREAS, Breast Cancer Awareness Month is a time to honor those battling cancer, remember the lives lost, celebrate survivors, and recognize the tireless efforts of all those in our community working towards a cure to end this disease; and
WHEREAS, on this 30th day of October, the City of Fresno encourages all Fresno residents to take an active role in cancer prevention, raise awareness, support local organizations, and advocate for expanded access to care and early detection resources to improve community health;
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that we, Mayor Jerry P. Dyer, and the Fresno City Council, do hereby proclaim the month of October 2025, as:
“Breast Cancer Awareness Month”
in the City of Fresno
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, we have hereunto set our hands and affixed the Great Seal of the City of Fresno, California, this Thirtieth Day of October of the Year Two Thousand and Twenty-Five.