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Addresses to the Nation

    Homeland security from Atlanta, GA--1614

Addresses and Remarks

    See also Meetings With Foreign Leaders
    Central European Counterterrorism Conference, satellite remarks--
        1604
    Georgia, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in Atlanta--1613
    National Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve Week, 
        proclamation signing ceremony--1623
    Radio address--1600
    Virginia, Financial Crimes Enforcement Network in Vienna--1607

Bill Signings

    Department of the Interior and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 
        2002, statement--1601
    Military Construction Appropriations Act, 2002, statement--1602

Communications to Congress

    ``Armies of Compassion'' proposed legislation, letter--1612
    Emergency response funding for the September 11 terrorist attacks, 
        letter--1603
    Iran, national emergency
        Message on continuation--1626
        Message transmitting report--1626
    Kosovo, letter transmitting report on peacekeeping operations--1600
    Transportation Department, message transmitting reports--1618

Executive Orders

    Presidential Task Force on Citizen Preparedness in the War on 
        Terrorism--1625

Interviews With the News Media

    Exchanges with reporters
        Atlanta, GA--1613
         Cross Hall--1608, 1618
         Rose Garden--1605
  
  
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Contents--Continued

Joint Statements

    United States of America and the Republic of India--1621

Meetings With Foreign Leaders

    France, President Chirac--1605
    India, Prime Minister Vajpayee--1618, 1621
    United Kingdom, Prime Minister Blair--1608

Notices

    Continuation of Iran Emergency--1626

Proclamations

    National Adoption Month--1602
    National Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve Week--1624

Proclamations--Continued

    National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month--1599

Statements by the President

    See Bill Signings

Supplementary Materials

    Acts approved by the President--1630
    Checklist of White House press releases--1629
    Digest of other White House announcements--1627
    Nominations submitted to the Senate--1628

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Week Ending Friday, November 9, 2001
 
Proclamation 7492--National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, 2001


November 1, 2001

By the President of the United States

of America

A Proclamation

    By observing National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, we recognize 
the often devastating effects prostate cancer has on the lives of the 
more than 1 million American men currently suffering from it; and we 
commit ourselves to finding a cure for this disease. Prostate cancer is 
the most commonly diagnosed form of cancer in America, excepting skin 
cancer. And it is the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths 
among men in the United States. This year, almost 200,000 men will be 
diagnosed with prostate cancer, and over 31,000 will die from this 
disease.
    Although the survival rate for those diagnosed with prostate cancer 
continues to rise, this disease nevertheless remains a serious threat to 
the health and well-being of all American men. Research shows that one 
out of every six men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer sometime 
during their lifetime.
    By increasing awareness about the causes and signs of prostate 
cancer and by expanding research into preventative, remedial, and 
curative therapies, we can save more lives, improve the lives of those 
suffering from this cancer, and reduce its incidence in America. All men 
of middle age, and particularly those above the age of 50, should learn 
the risk factors, symptoms, and diagnostic tools that can help with the 
early recognition of prostate cancer, when treatment is most successful. 
It is important to consult a physician about available screening for 
prostate cancer, including digital examinations and prostate specific 
antigen blood tests. These techniques aid doctors in the early diagnosis 
of prostate cancer, and they are essential to continuing the reduction 
of prostate cancer death rates.
    As with most other forms of cancer, modern medical research has 
produced promising new treatment options for prostate cancer that have 
greatly increased the likelihood of survival after diagnosis. However, 
much still remains to be learned about the causes and cures of prostate 
cancer, and I applaud the work of the Centers for Disease Control and 
Prevention in this area. My Administration also supports increasing 
Federal funding for programs that promote awareness, improve prevention, 
and expand research by the National Institutes of Health, the Department 
of Defense Congressionally Directed Medical Research Program, and the 
Department of Veterans Affairs.
    These research programs obtain important epidemiological data, 
develop prostate cancer awareness among the public and throughout the 
health care community, and serve as proving grounds for new prostate 
cancer treatments. Charitable organizations and the private sector also 
play important roles in advancing public awareness about the need for 
prostate cancer screening and research, and in serving as a therapeutic 
resource for those suffering from prostate cancer.
    On this occasion, I commend the scientists, physicians, and other 
health professionals who are committed to achieving success in our 
struggle against prostate cancer. I call on all those potentially 
vulnerable to this disease to support this effort by taking preventative 
measures such as observing a healthy lifestyle, talking to your doctor 
about regular screenings, and building awareness of prostate cancer. By 
working together, we will find new therapies to aid those living with 
prostate cancer, increase awareness about its causes and symptoms, and, 
I hope, eventually find a cure for this deadly disease.

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    Now, Therefore, I, George W. Bush, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim November 2001 as National 
Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. I call upon government officials, 
businesses, communities, health care professionals, educators, 
volunteers, and all the people of the United States to publicly reaffirm 
our Nation's strong and continuing commitment to control and cure 
prostate cancer.
    In Witness Whereof, I have hereunto set my hand this first day of 
November, in the year of our Lord two thousand one, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and twenty-
sixth.
                                                George W. Bush

[Filed with the Office of the Federal Register, 8:45 a.m., November 5, 
2001]

Note: This proclamation was published in the Federal Register on 
November 6. This item was not received in time for publication in the 
appropriate issue.


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Week Ending Friday, November 9, 2001
 
Letter to Congressional Leaders Transmitting a Report on Peacekeeping 
Operations in Kosovo

November 2, 2001

Dear __________ :

    As required by section 1213 of the Floyd D. Spence National Defense 
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2001, Public Law 106-398, I transmit 
herewith a semiannual report on the contributions of European nations 
and organizations to the peacekeeping operations in Kosovo.
    This report, prepared by the Department of State, concludes that the 
Europeans have carried a significant portion of the aid-sharing burden 
in the region and that their commitment to reconstruction, humanitarian 
relief, and institution and peace-building has been a strong one. 
Continued attention and commitments of assistance from all donors 
remains crucial for medium- and long-term development in Kosovo.
    Sincerely,
                                                George W. Bush

Note: Identical letters were sent to Joseph R. Biden, Jr., chairman, and 
Jesse Helms, ranking member, Senate Committee on Foreign Relations; Carl 
Levin, chairman, and John W. Warner, ranking member, Senate Committee on 
Armed Services; Robert C. Byrd, chairman, and Ted Stevens, ranking 
member, Senate Committee on Appropriations; Henry L. Hyde, chairman, and 
Tom Lantos, ranking member, House Committee on International Relations; 
Bob Stump, chairman, and Ike Skelton, ranking member, House Committee on 
Armed Services; and C.W. Bill Young, chairman, and David R. Obey, 
ranking member, House Committee on Appropriations. This item was not 

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