Rep. Slavens offered the following resolution:

House Resolution No. 125. 

            A resolution to declare September 2011 as Alzheimer's Month in the state of Michigan.

            Whereas, The Alzheimer's Association is observing the inaugural World Alzheimer's Month this September; and

            Whereas, Due to the soaring global prevalence and costs of Alzheimer's disease worldwide, Michigan is recognizing the entire month of September as Alzheimer's Month; and

            Whereas, Alzheimer's disease tragically robs individuals of their memories and leads to progressive mental and physical impairments; and

            Whereas, This fatal disease represents a serious and growing threat to the health of our state, impacting millions of citizens and their families; and

            Whereas, We recommit to improving its detection and treatment, finding a cure, and standing with all whose lives are affected by this terrible disease; now, therefore, be it

            Resolved by the House of Representatives, That the members of this legislative body declare September 2011 as Alzheimer's Month in the state of Michigan.