Governor Signs Proclamation Recognizing National Fibromyalgia Awareness Day
Special to Huntingtonnews.net
Charleston, WV (HNN) – On Thursday, July 17, Governor Joe Manchin III, on behalf of the state of West Virginia, presented a proclamation officially recognizing National Fibromyalgia Awareness Day. Governor Manchin invited Ruth Lewis, West Virginia Director of the Arthritis Foundation, to accept the proclamation.
Fibromyalgia is a chronic pain illness characterized by widespread musculoskeletal aches, pain and stiffness. Additional symptoms include excessive fatigue and problems sleeping. It is estimated that between 10 and 15 million United States citizens suffer from fibromyalgia. The disease is not well known among the general public.