Category Archives: News
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
A race to produce the first drug for CFS? Dr Jarred Younger talks
Health rising blog post, by Cort Johnson, 5 October 2016: A Race To Produce the First Drug for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome? Jarred Younger Talks Drug companies interested in ME/CFS? A race to produce the first drug for ME/CFS? A race? … Continue reading
NHS Continuing heathcare – deadline approaching for claiming costs
Welsh Government News post, 29 September 2016: Deadline approaching for people to claim for their care People who believe their care should have been funded by the NHS, are being encouraged by the Welsh Government to register their intent to … Continue reading
MEGA ‘big data’ study Q&A
Change.org petition update: MEGA Questions and Answers, by M.E./CFS Epidemiology and Genomics Alliance (MEGA), 5 October 2016 Many of you have asked us questions about MEGA. We have not yet applied for funding and the patient advisory groups have not … Continue reading
