TITLE: Recognizing June 6, 2015, as Transverse Myelitis Awareness Day in Texas.

SUMMARY: Recognizing June 6, 2015, as Transverse Myelitis Awareness Day in Texas.

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WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize June 6, 2015, as Transverse Myelitis Awareness Day in Texas; and WHEREAS, Transverse myelitis is a devastating neurological condition that targets the myelin that covers nerve cell fibers and causes the spinal cord to become inflamed; an estimated 1,400 people in the United States are diagnosed with the condition each year; and WHEREAS, Symptoms of transverse myelitis include severe neurological pain, muscle weakness, and numbness in the lower extremities; in severe cases, the disorder can lead to paralysis and possibly death; and WHEREAS, Transverse myelitis is not widely known to the general public and can be difficult to diagnose; known causes of the condition include certain infections and immune system disorders; in 60 percent of the cases, the cause is unknown; and WHEREAS, The Transverse Myelitis Network and the Transverse Myelitis Folks are among the organizations providing support and resources for those affected by the debilitating spinal cord disorder; a greater public awareness of the disorder is key to furthering scientific research and to improving treatment for those living with the condition; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 84th Legislature, hereby commend all those who are working to raise awareness and to further our understanding of this neurological disorder and recognize June 6, 2015, as Transverse Myelitis Awareness Day in Texas; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared in honor of Transverse Awareness Myelitis Day. Seliger President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on May 31, 2015.