WHEREAS, medical and treatment decisions for the residents of North Carolina often depend on timely and accurate tests results that play a vital role in the diagnosis and prevention of disease; and
WHEREAS, the practice of modern medicine at the standards we now enjoy would be impossible without the scientific tests performed daily in medical laboratories; and
WHEREAS, laboratory professionals, including pathologists, medical laboratory scientists, cytotechnologists, histotechnologists, medical laboratory technicians, phlebotomists, and histologic technicians are highly trained specialists who perform and evaluate laboratory tests to detect and diagnose disease and monitor treatment; and
WHEREAS, dedicated clinical laboratory science practitioners maintain the highest standards and continually work to improve the quality of laboratory services; and
WHEREAS, detection of emerging and re-emerging pathogens demonstrates the critical role of laboratory professionals in the response to public health emergencies; and
WHEREAS, the State of North Carolina commends medical laboratory professionals for their significant contributions to the health and wellness of our state;
NOW, THEREFORE, I, ROY COOPER, Governor of the State of North Carolina, do hereby proclaim April 23 – 29, 2023, as “MEDICAL LABORATORY PROFESSIONALS WEEK” in North Carolina, and commend its observance to all citizens.