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This resolution commemorates Ehlers-Danlos Syndromes (EDS) and Hypermobility Spectrum Disorders (HSD) Awareness Month in Tennessee for May 2025, recognizing these complex connective tissue disorders that affect approximately one in 5,000 people. The resolution highlights that EDS is a group of thirteen heritable disorders characterized by joint hypermobility, skin hyperextensibility, and tissue fragility, while HSD causes joint instability, pain, and additional symptoms like fatigue and autonomic dysfunction. It acknowledges that there is currently no cure for these conditions, and management requires comprehensive medical care across multiple specialties. The resolution also emphasizes the limited access to knowledgeable professionals in Tennessee and notes that increased awareness among medical professionals and the public can help improve the lives of individuals living with EDS and HSD. By passing this resolution, the Tennessee General Assembly aims to support and draw attention to these challenging medical conditions, encouraging greater understanding and potentially promoting more research and support for affected individuals.

Health and Social Services

https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=HJR0327&ga=114