WHEREAS, dysautonomia is a group of medical conditions that result in a malfunction of the autonomic nervous system, which regulates “automatic” bodily functions such as respiration, heart rate, blood pressure, digestion, and temperature control; and

WHEREAS, some forms of dysautonomia are considered rare diseases, such as Multiple System Atrophy and Pure Autonomic Failure, while others are more common and affect millions of people in the United States and around the world, including Diabetic Autonomic Neuropathy, Neurocardiogenic Syncope, and Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome; and

WHEREAS, certain forms of dysautonomia can be profoundly disabling, leading to social isolation, significant stress on families, and financial hardship for those affected; and

WHEREAS, millions of individuals suffering from a wide range of systemic disorders, including post-acute infectious syndromes and autoimmune disorders, associated with dysautonomia receive a misdiagnosis, remain without a diagnosis, and lack the proper treatment, resulting in unmanaged debility; and

WHEREAS, increased awareness about dysautonomia will improve early diagnosis and treatment, save lives, and foster greater support for individuals and families coping with dysautonomia across our community; and

WHEREAS, during Dysautonomia Awareness Month, citizens are encouraged to recognize the contributions of medical professionals, researchers, patients, and family members who are working tirelessly to increase education and understanding of dysautonomia in the Commonwealth;

NOW, THEREFORE, I, Glenn Youngkin, do hereby recognize October 2025, as DYSAUTONOMIA AWARENESS MONTH in the COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA, and I call this observance to the attention of all our citizens.