Rep. Slavens offered the following resolution:

House Resolution No. 317. 

            A resolution to declare September 21, 2012, as Alzheimer's Action Day in the state of

Michigan.

            Whereas, Alzheimer's Action Day is an opportunity to raise awareness about Alzheimer's

disease and the need for more education, support and research; and

Whereas, Tens of thousands of families across Michigan are affected by this disease; and

Whereas, There are more than 35 million people living with dementia worldwide;

and

Whereas, Alzheimer's disease is the only cause of death among the top ten in America

without a way to prevent, cure, or even slow its progression; and

Whereas, It is going to take all of us to end this disease, but together we can move

toward a world without Alzheimer's; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the House of Representatives, That the members of this legislative body

declare September 21, 2012, as Alzheimer's Action Day in the state of Michigan. We join with

organizations and individuals around the globe to recognize this occasion.