Fresno Leader

Rep. Jim Costa, a member of the U.S. Congress representing California's 21st district, has recently taken to social media to highlight significant issues and events. His posts cover topics ranging from National Adoption Awareness Month to lung cancer awareness and Medicare education.

On November 17, 2024, Rep. Jim Costa tweeted in recognition of National Adoption Awareness Month, urging people to acknowledge families who embrace adoption. He emphasized the importance of providing loving homes for children by stating: "In honor of National Adoption Awareness Month, let’s shine a light on the incredible families who open their hearts to the beautiful journey of adoption. Every child deserves a loving home!"

The following day, on November 18, 2024, Costa addressed the issue of lung cancer through his Twitter account. In observance of Lung Cancer Awareness Month, he advocated for increased discussions and research focused on early detection and support for those affected by lung cancer. He shared: "In the battle against lung cancer, knowledge is power. This Lung Cancer Awareness Month let’s ignite conversations, advocate for early detection research, and fight for those impacted by this disease." Additionally, he provided a link for further information.

Continuing his outreach efforts, Rep. Costa announced an upcoming webinar tailored for Spanish-speaking individuals interested in understanding Medicare better. On November 19, 2024, he invited followers to join CMS Region 9's session scheduled for November 20th at noon EST: "Join CMS Region 9 on November 20th at 12 EST for a webinar on Understanding Medicare! This session is tailored for Spanish-speaking Medicare population, providing valuable information and resources to help navigate Medicare." He also provided details on how to register.