House Resolution No. [insert number] designates May 2025 as Prader-Willi Syndrome Awareness Month in Louisiana. Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS) is a rare genetic disorder affecting approximately 350,000 people globally, first identified in 1956 and confirmed as a genetic condition related to the fifteenth chromosome in 1981. The symptoms of PWS vary with age, beginning with noticeable signs at birth such as muscle weakness and feeding difficulties, and evolving into chronic hunger, learning challenges, and behavioral issues during childhood. Adults with PWS face a range of health and social challenges, including endocrine and orthopedic problems, as well as mental health concerns.

The resolution encourages all Louisianians to support initiatives that raise awareness and provide assistance to the rare disease community, aligning with the Prader-Willi Syndrome Association's recognition of May as a month dedicated to increasing understanding and celebrating the achievements of individuals living with PWS.