H.R. 2319: Women and Lung Cancer Research and Preventive Services Act of 2025

This bill, known as the Women and Lung Cancer Research and Preventive Services Act of 2025, aims to direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services to conduct a thorough review focusing on lung cancer research, particularly concerning women and underserved populations. Here’s a breakdown of the key components of the bill:

Objectives of the Bill

• Research Evaluation: The Secretary of Health and Human Services, in coordination with the Secretary of Defense and the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, will evaluate the current status of research on lung cancer in women and underserved populations.
• Increase Accessibility: The bill seeks to identify ways to improve access to preventive services related to lung cancer.
• Awareness Campaigns: It aims to foster strategic public awareness and education campaigns about lung cancer, especially focusing on its impact on women and underserved communities.

Key Components of the Review

The review conducted will focus on several critical areas, including:

• Previous Research Outcomes: A comprehensive report will be generated that reviews past research findings, the current state of research, and the gaps in knowledge about lung cancer that specifically affects women and underserved populations.
• Collaborative Research Opportunities: The bill encourages the exploration of innovative and interdisciplinary research efforts to close knowledge gaps regarding lung cancer specifics in women, including:
• Investigation into environmental and genetic factors linked to lung cancer in women.
• Advancements in imaging technologies to enhance risk assessment, diagnosis, and treatment options.
• National Lung Cancer Screening Strategy: The review will include recommendations for expanding access to lung cancer screening, with a particular emphasis on women and underserved groups.
• Public Education Campaigns: The bill emphasizes the development of a national campaign to raise awareness about lung cancer in women and underserved populations, highlighting the importance of early detection.

Report Requirement

Within two years of the bill's enactment, the Secretary of Health and Human Services is required to submit a report to Congress detailing the findings and recommendations from the review. This report will outline the results of the evaluation and suggest future actions for improving lung cancer research and prevention efforts.

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