Bill Text: MI SR0095 | 2017-2018 | 99th Legislature | Introduced
Bill Title: A resolution to commemorate September 24-30, 2017, as Arteriovenous Malformation Awareness Week.
Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Republican 1-0)
Status: (Passed) 2017-09-26 - Adopted [SR0095 Detail]
Download: Michigan-2017-SR0095-Introduced.html
Senators Meekhof and Hertel offered the following resolution:
Senate Resolution No. 95.
A resolution to commemorate September 24-30, 2017, as Arteriovenous Malformation Awareness Week.
Whereas, Arteriovenous Malformation (AVM) is defined as an abnormal connection between arteries and veins which bypass the capillary system. AVM is a rare condition that affects approximately 300,000 American citizens. Although many AVMs are asymptomatic, they can cause intense pain or bleeding in addition to other serious medical problems; and
Whereas, This vascular anomaly is widely known because of its occurrence in the central nervous system, but it can appear in any location. It may also cause abnormal sensations, such as numbness, tingling, or spontaneous pain; difficulties with movement or coordination, including muscle weakness and even paralysis; vertigo, difficulties of speech, communication, and challenges with everyday activities; and the possibility of having a stroke; and
Whereas, A team of researchers led by Dr. Patricia Burrows has initiated research on AVM, with the goal of identifying a drug therapy to cure the disease. The objectives of this research include determining the mechanism of progression of AVM in humans; developing tools for testing potential pharmacotherapy; and developing drug treatment for humans with AVM; and
Whereas, The efforts of Kelleigh’s Cause, a not-for-profit organization founded by Kelleigh Gustafson, a 21-year-old girl originally from Haslett, Michigan, has been instrumental in raising attention and funds to support the research and treatment of AVM in the state of Michigan; and
Whereas, There exists a great need for public awareness surrounding this rare condition and increased attention to efforts to support opportunities for advancement in AVM research and treatment; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Senate, That we hereby commemorate September 24-30, 2017, as Arteriovenous Malformation Awareness Week; and be it further
Resolved, That copies of this resolution be transmitted to the Kelleigh Gustafson, and
Kelleigh’s Cause as a token of our appreciation.
