California Senate Resolution 13 recognizes March 15, 2025, as Stiff Person Syndrome Awareness Day.

California Senate Resolution 13 acknowledges Stiff Person Syndrome (SPS) as a rare neurological autoimmune disorder affecting one in a million people. It highlights that SPS is terminal with no known cure, affecting all ages and racial and ethnic groups, predominantly females. SPS impacts the central nervous system and motor skills, causing heightened sensitivity, muscle stiffening, spasms, and impaired mobility. Many people with SPS remain undiagnosed, and early diagnosis is crucial for accessing treatment and support.

California Senate Resolution 13 recognizes March 15, 2025, as Stiff Person Syndrome Awareness Day.

California Senate Resolution 13 acknowledges Stiff Person Syndrome (SPS) as a rare neurological autoimmune disorder affecting one in a million people. It highlights that SPS is terminal with no known cure, affecting all ages and racial and ethnic groups, predominantly females. SPS impacts the central nervous system and motor skills, causing heightened sensitivity, muscle stiffening, spasms, and impaired mobility. Many people with SPS remain undiagnosed, and early diagnosis is crucial for accessing treatment and support.