Whereas, Lyme disease is a difficult to diagnose and treat tick-borne disease with significant long-term health consequences; and
Whereas, There are an estimated 476,000 new cases of Lyme disease annually, causing suffering throughout the United States; and
Whereas, Lyme disease is often confused with common illnesses but can damage the heart, nervous system, and joints and cause paralysis, encephalitis, seizures, and death if untreated; and
Whereas, Estimated Lyme disease cases in Michigan have been rising since 2012; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the House of Representatives, That members of this legislative body declare May 2024 as National Lyme Disease Awareness Month in the state of Michigan; and be it further
Resolved, That copies of this resolution be transmitted to the Michigan Lyme Disease Association with our highest esteem.
Co-sponsored by Reps.
Adopted in the House by voice vote
