[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 52 (Wednesday, March 22, 2023)]
[House]
[Page H1303]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




         RAISING AWARENESS ABOUT TRIPLE-NEGATIVE BREAST CANCER

  The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from 
Pennsylvania (Mr. Joyce) for 5 minutes.
  Mr. JOYCE of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I rise to address an issue 
that impacts nearly 200,000 women each year. Triple-negative breast 
cancer, or TNBC, makes up 15 percent of invasive breast cancer cases in 
the United States. Unfortunately, this deadly disease often fails to 
show up on scans or even in biopsies.
  This form of breast cancer can spread quickly. Sadly, because of the 
nature of the cancer cells involved, there are fewer treatment options 
available compared to the other forms of cancer that many patients 
face.
  Studies have shown a geographic link to contracting TNBC, and 3 out 
of every 1,000 women in Pennsylvania will contract this form of breast 
cancer each year. That is why it is so critical that we raise awareness 
for this disease and encourage women to be screened, as catching this 
disease early can significantly improve patient outcomes.
  Even if you are feeling well, talk with your doctor about being 
screened for cancer. These procedures are often noninvasive and can 
make the difference in your family and in your life.
  Together, we can raise awareness and fight against deadly diseases 
like triple-negative breast cancer that claim far too many American 
lives.


                  Celebrating National Agriculture Day

  Mr. JOYCE of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, as we Celebrate National 
Agriculture Day, we recognize the farmers, growers, and producers that 
work to feed our families and provide our children with nutrient-rich 
foods that they so desperately need.
  Dairy farmers in central Pennsylvania work hard to provide dairy 
products like milk, cheese, and yogurt that are essential to childhood 
and adolescent development. Bones, muscle, brain, and vital organs all 
rely on products like whole milk for healthy development--the whole 
milk that cannot be replicated by inadequate limitations that are found 
in plants and nuts.
  Our students deserve better than these fraudulent products, and we 
cannot allow almonds or soy to be passed off as dairy to American 
families.
  It is time to ensure that whole milk is once again available in every 
school cafeteria. It is time to pass legislation like the DAIRY PRIDE 
Act and the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act that will support families, 
support the growth of students, and support our dairy farmers.

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