The Senate Resolution, introduced by Senator Brodeur, designates May 2026 as PSP Awareness Month in Florida. This initiative aims to raise awareness about progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP) and other neurodegenerative diseases, highlighting the challenges faced by patients, their families, and healthcare professionals. PSP is a serious brain disorder that affects balance, movement, speech, and cognitive functions, with an estimated prevalence of 7 cases per 100,000 residents in Florida. The resolution also references the Justo R. Cortes Progressive Supranuclear Palsy Act, which established a policy committee to address PSP and related conditions, emphasizing the importance of early diagnosis and a multidisciplinary approach to care.

The resolution underscores the significant economic burden of PSP, with direct medical costs in the U.S. estimated at $25.4 billion annually, alongside indirect costs of $26.5 billion. It calls for increased public awareness and education on the symptoms of PSP and similar disorders, as well as the need for intensive research efforts. By designating May 2026 as PSP Awareness Month, the Senate aims to foster a greater understanding of these diseases, improve patient care, and support the development of effective treatment standards.