Whereas, The state of Michigan is committed to the prevention of illness, to the promotion of good health among all its residents and to recognizing our responsibility to all our citizens; and,

Whereas, Despite the advances in medical technology and research, men continue to live an average of seven years less than women; and,

Whereas, Men’s Health Week strives to raise public awareness of the importance of a healthy lifestyle and of early detection and treatment of health problems affecting men and their families; and,

Whereas, Significant numbers of male related health problems, such as prostate cancer, testicular cancer, infertility and colon cancer could be detected and treated if the awareness of these problems were increased; and,

Whereas, Recognizing and preventing men’s health problems is not just a man’s issue, due to its impact on wives, mothers, daughters and sisters – it is truly a family issue; and now therefore be it,

Resolved, That I, Jennifer M. Granholm, Governor of the State of Michigan, do hereby proclaim the week of June 13, 2005, as Men’s Health Week in Michigan, and I encourage all citizens to recognize the importance of pro-active, preventative measures in maintaining and bettering the health of our male population.