Raising awareness of esophageal cancer by expressing support for the designation of April 2025 as "Esophageal Cancer Awareness Month".

HRES 324 is a symbolic resolution designating April 2025 as "Esophageal Cancer Awareness Month." It does not create new laws or allocate funding but expresses congressional support for raising public awareness about esophageal cancer. The resolution encourages federal, state, local, and nonprofit entities to promote education on symptoms (like persistent heartburn), risk factors (such as GERD), and the importance of early screening for Barrett’s esophagus. It highlights that early detection significantly improves survival rates (up to 49% for early-stage cases) but does not directly affect individuals or healthcare policies.