Summary

Recognizes Multiple System Atrophy (MSA) as a rare, often fatal brain disorder that damages movement, speech, and automatic body functions. The resolution states facts about MSA — including its frequency, common misdiagnosis, lack of cure, and need for more public awareness and research — to encourage greater attention and support for research and education.

• Formally recognizes Multiple System Atrophy (MSA) as a serious, often fatal neurodegenerative disorder.
• Estimates 25,000–75,000 people in the U.S. are affected annually.
• Notes MSA often causes impaired movement, speech, swallowing, and life‑threatening complications.
• Acknowledges causes are unknown and there is no cure or proven disease‑stopping treatment.
• Highlights frequent misdiagnosis and the role of low awareness in delayed diagnosis.
• Points to recent research progress and specialized centers improving understanding.
• Calls for increased public awareness, support, and research investment to advance diagnostics and therapies.
• Does not authorize funding or impose requirements; it is a nonbinding statement of findings.