Category Archives: News
Depression-like symptoms in ME research – invitation to participate
Prof Leonard Jason writes on Facebook, 14 October 2016: Our recent paper “Mortality in patients with ME and CFS” found patients are significantly at risk for earlier all-cause mortality with the top three causes of death being suicide, cardiovascular problems, and … Continue reading
A teenager overcomes chronic fatigue
Wales online article, by Abbie Wightwick, 16 October 2016: A teenager’s determination overcame a debilitating condition that took her out of school 16 OCT 2016 Despite missing months of school, Sophie Irving is now eyeing up an Oxbridge bid Sophie … Continue reading
Calcium mobilisation in natural killer cells & cell cytotoxicity in CFS/ME
Research abstract: Transient receptor potential melastatin subfamily 3 (TRPM3) ion channels play a role in calcium (Ca2+ ) cell signalling. Reduced TRPM3 has been identified in Chronic Fatigue Syndrome/Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (CFS/ME) patients. However, the significance of TRPM3 and association with … Continue reading
Tired all the time? Why fatigue isn’t just about sleep
New Scientist article, by Emma Young, 12 October 2016: Tired all the time? Why fatigue isn’t just about sleep Some of us feel constantly drained without knowing why. Some answers are emerging at last, and it’s not down to lack … Continue reading
Review of treatment for depression in paediatric CFS or ME
Review abstract: Objectives: At least 30% of young people with chronic fatigue syndrome/myalgic encephalomyelitis (CFS/ME) also have symptoms of depression. This systematic review aimed to establish which treatment approaches for depression are effective and whether comorbid depression mediates outcome. Setting: … Continue reading
Increased risk of mortality in patients with ME & CFS
Research abstract: Background: There is a dearth of research examining mortality in individuals with myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME) and chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS). Some studies suggest there is an elevated risk of suicide and earlier mortality compared to national norms. However, findings are inconsistent. Objective: … Continue reading
GMC removes restrictions from Dr Nigel Speight
Six months after WAMES medical advisor Dr Nigel Speight was told to cease all ME related activity, the GMC has lifted all restrictions. ME Association blog post, 12 October 2016: Dr Nigel Speight – some excellent news from the General … Continue reading
The art & science of ME/CFS: a 2016 synopsis by Dr Daniel L. Peterson
Article abstract: ME/CFS, a complex multisystem disease of diverse etiology, which results in significant functional and costly impairment, is estimated to affect approximately 40,000 Swedish residents. This synopsis describes developments by governmental agencies (i.e. the CDC); emerging clinical centers in … Continue reading
