Bill > AJR80

This resolution aims to designate May 2025 and May 2026 as Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) Awareness Months, highlighting the critical nature of this devastating neurological disease. The resolution provides context about ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease, which is a progressive and fatal condition where a person's brain loses connection with their muscles, progressively reducing their ability to perform basic functions like walking, talking, eating, and eventually breathing. The resolution notes that thousands of new ALS cases are reported annually, with someone being diagnosed or passing away from the disease every 90 minutes, and patients typically surviving only two to five years after diagnosis. It emphasizes that ALS can affect anyone but is more likely to impact men, individuals between 55 and 75 years old, and military veterans. The resolution also underscores that the disease's exact causes remain unknown, with no current means of prevention or cure. Additionally, it highlights the importance of clinical trials, access to new therapies and medical technologies, and the role of philanthropic organizations in supporting research and potentially transforming ALS into a more manageable condition.

https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/2025/proposals/reg/asm/joint_resolution/ajr80