HomeMedia and Press at the MEAMedia and Press at the MEAStory / Photo Consent FormPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.The ME Association produces a range of communications resources to help raise awareness of ME/CFS, and provide support and information for people affected by the condition. We like to share the experiences of real people who are affected by ME/CFS and Long Covid in our communications as it helps to demonstrate the impact of the condition. By completing this form, you are providing The ME Association with permission to use your story or photos in our communications. 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