Bill Text: MI HR0432 | 2013-2014 | 97th Legislature | Enrolled
Bill Title: A resolution to declare November 2014 as Alzheimer's Awareness Month in the state of Michigan.
Spectrum: Moderate Partisan Bill (Democrat 11-2)
Status: (Passed) 2014-11-13 - Adopted [HR0432 Detail]
Download: Michigan-2013-HR0432-Enrolled.html
Reps. Slavens, Hovey-Wright, Segal, Stanley, Geiss, LaVoy, McCann, Kandrevas, Barnett, Brown, Crawford, Heise and Lipton offered the following resolution:
House Resolution No. 432.
A resolution to declare November 2014 as Alzheimer's Awareness Month in the state of Michigan.
Whereas, The people of Michigan appreciate the benefits of a long healthy life. One of the most serious health concerns facing many Michiganders and Americans is the increasing incidence of Alzheimer's Disease, a slow, progressive disorder of the brain that results in loss of memory and other cognitive functions, and eventually death; and
Whereas, Alzheimer's Disease affects one in nine Americans age 65 and older; and
Whereas, November is National Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month and we support this observance which focuses attention on a critical health issue that affects approximately five million Americans and is the sixth leading cause of death in the United States; and
Whereas, More than 170,000 people in Michigan are living with Alzheimer's in 2014 and that number is expected to increase to 220,000 by 2025; and
Whereas, The onset of Alzheimer's Disease is generally later in life and, unfortunately, there are social stigmas and misconceptions associated with the disease as well as little information about its causes; and
Whereas, Recent advancements in scientific research have led to improvements in medical treatment for individuals with Alzheimer's Disease and have demonstrated the benefits of early access to counseling and support services; and
Whereas, Alzheimer's Disease will cost the United States an estimated $214 billion in 2014; and
Whereas, Alzheimer's Disease takes a toll not only on those who are afflicted with it, but also on those who care for them and it is vital that researchers continue to seek a cure and that the general public be educated about the disease, the treatments available, and the programs that can assist those who suffer from Alzheimer's disease and their families; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the House of Representatives, That the members of this legislative body declare November 2014 as Alzheimer's Awareness Month in the state of Michigan. We urge all citizens to become better educated about the disease and its impact on patients and families.
