house resolution no.305

Rep. Brann offered the following resolution:

A resolution to declare May 30, 2022, as Multiple Sclerosis Day in the state of Michigan.

Whereas, Multiple sclerosis is one of the most common diseases of the central nervous system; and

Whereas, Multiple sclerosis is an inflammatory demyelinating condition caused by damage to myelin – a fatty material that insulates nerves; and

Whereas, The loss of myelin affects the way nerves conduct electrical impulses to and from the brain; and

Whereas, Symptoms can include blurred vision, weak limbs, tingling sensations, unsteadiness, memory problems, and fatigue; and

Whereas, Today, 2.8 million people around the world have multiple sclerosis; and

Whereas, Most people with multiple sclerosis are diagnosed between the ages of 20 and 40; and

Whereas, Multiple sclerosis is two to three times more common in women than in men; and

Whereas, There is no drug that can cure multiple sclerosis, but treatments are available which can modify the course of the disease; and

Whereas, Raising awareness for multiple sclerosis is an opportunity to advocate for better services, celebrate support networks, and champion self-care; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the House of Representatives, That the members of this legislative body declare May 30, 2022, as Multiple Sclerosis Day in the state of Michigan. We urge increased public awareness of this inflammatory demyelinating condition that affects the central nervous system.