FL H9121

Designates September 23, 2013, as "Restless Legs Syndrome — Willis-Ekbom Disease Awareness Day" in Florida

Recognizes restless legs syndrome (Willis-Ekbom disease) as a chronic neurological disorder affecting approximately 10 million adults in the United States with no known cure

Notes that approximately 60 percent of patients wake three or more times per night and almost 50 percent report symptoms adversely affect concentration the next day

Acknowledges the Willis-Ekbom Disease Foundation's efforts to promote awareness, education, diagnosis, research, and treatment of the disease

Urges citizens to support the search for a cure and assist individuals and families dealing with this disease