Bill Clinton

“ Almost all of us have been touched by the devastating effects of cancer. In its many forms, cancer has been one of the most persistent and deadly health problems of this century. With the coming of spring-a time of rebirth-it is especially appropriate for us to renew our commitment to fighting cancer, to take pride in the progress we have made in combatting this disease, and to recognize the work still to be done. ”

“ In this decade, an estimated 2 million women will be diagnosed with breast cancer or cervical cancer, with more than 500,000 of these women dying as a result. Cancers of the uterus, ovaries, and colon are also on the rise among women in this country.
We are making progress, however. For example, from 1989 to 1992, the numbers of women dying from breast cancer actually declined-the largest short-term decrease since 1950. With the advances in treatment upon early detection, screening mammography has never been more important. ”

“ Among women in the United States who develop cancer, lung cancer claims the most lives, followed closely by breast cancer. An estimated 1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer at some point in their lives-up from 1 in 20 just two decades ago. ”