House Resolution No. [insert number] proposes to designate May 2025 as National Lyme Disease Awareness Month in Michigan. The resolution highlights the challenges associated with diagnosing and treating Lyme disease, a tick-borne illness that can lead to severe long-term health issues, including damage to the heart, nervous system, and joints. It notes that there are approximately 476,000 new cases of Lyme disease each year in the United States, with increasing cases reported in Michigan since 2012.

The resolution aims to raise awareness about Lyme disease and its serious health implications, emphasizing the importance of education and prevention. It calls for the resolution to be transmitted to the Michigan Lyme Disease Association, reflecting the legislative body's support for efforts to combat this growing public health concern.