CA ACR171

Declares September 2014 as Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease Awareness Month in California

Identifies Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease (CMT) as one of the most commonly inherited neurological disorders, affecting approximately 1 in 2,500 people in the United States and 2.6 million people worldwide

Notes that CMT is a nerve disorder causing muscle weakness in the feet, legs, and hands, with symptoms typically beginning in adolescence or early adulthood, and currently has no cure despite physical therapy and surgical treatment options

Recognizes the Charcot-Marie-Tooth Association's work in supporting development of new drugs to improve quality of life and find a cure for the disease

Directs the Chief Clerk of the Assembly to transmit copies of the resolution to the author for appropriate distribution