The Nebraska Legislature has passed a resolution recognizing May 2025 as Myositis Awareness Month in the state. This observance is organized by the Myositis Association, which aims to raise awareness about myositis, a group of rare, chronic autoimmune diseases that lead to muscle inflammation and wasting. The resolution highlights the challenges faced by individuals with myositis, including difficulties in diagnosis, delayed treatment, and health disparities, particularly among women and people of color.

The resolution emphasizes the need for increased research to better understand the causes and treatments for myositis, as well as the importance of supporting those affected by the disease. By declaring May 2025 as Myositis Awareness Month, the Nebraska Legislature aims to promote education and public awareness about myositis and to advocate for improved healthcare access and quality of life for individuals living with this condition.