The 2025 Assembly Joint Resolution 37, introduced by a group of representatives and senators, seeks to declare May 2025 as Ehlers-Danlos Syndromes (EDS) and Hypermobility Spectrum Disorders (HSD) Awareness Month in Wisconsin. EDS encompasses a group of 13 inherited connective tissue disorders affecting approximately 1 in 5,000 individuals, characterized by symptoms such as overly flexible joints, hyperextensible skin, and fragile tissues. Similarly, HSD involves conditions that lead to joint instability and pain. Both disorders can significantly impact the quality of life, causing a range of symptoms including fatigue, headaches, and gastrointestinal issues, and currently, there is no cure, necessitating symptom management through various healthcare providers.

The resolution emphasizes the importance of raising awareness about EDS and HSD, as limited access to knowledgeable professionals in Wisconsin and a general lack of awareness hinder proper diagnosis, management, and research of these conditions. By designating May 2025 as a month dedicated to awareness, the resolution aims to encourage both medical professionals and the public to better understand EDS and HSD, ultimately improving the lives of those affected in Wisconsin.