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North Carolina Bill Boosts Prostate Cancer Screening Funding

3/30/2025

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In North Carolina, House Bill 128 seeks to enhance prostate cancer screening for underinsured men, tackling a critical health issue as prostate cancer ranks as the second leading cause of cancer deaths among men in the state. With a proposed $4 million funding, the bill aims to bridge gaps in care, particularly for Black men who are disproportionately affected.

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In North Carolina, House Bill 128 seeks to enhance prostate cancer screening for underinsured men, tackling a critical health issue as prostate cancer ranks as the second leading cause of cancer deaths among men in the state. With a proposed $4 million funding, the bill aims to bridge gaps in care, particularly for Black men who are disproportionately affected.