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Tag: coronavirus
ME Awareness: Covid-19, Chronic Illness and Unacknowledged Loss by Joanne Hunt | 04 May 2020
“I suspect that the losses faced by many people with M.E. are in some ways uniquely different to almost every other patient group.”
ME Awareness Press Release: Brits with devastating illness speak out about years lost in lockdown | 01 May 2020
For ME Awareness, the ME Association will be featuring stories from people with M.E. every day throughout May.
Covid-19 and Post-viral Fatigue Syndrome by Dr Charles Shepherd | 30 April 2020
Post-viral fatigue is being reported following Covid-19 infection. We explain the issue and offer best management guidance.
ME Association: Coronavirus and Welfare Benefits – Free Leaflet | 25 April 2020
Ann Innes has written a new leaflet discussing all the benefit changes introduced during the pandemic.
ME Association Weekly Update: Coronavirus and ME/CFS – Free Leaflet and Vulnerability Letter | 24 April 2020
Dr Shepherd has updated the weekly bulletin on covid-19 and ME/CFS.
Charity champions. We need them now more than ever! | 23 April 2020
Claire has been running a popular pub-quiz online, and Helen is cutting her lovely hair – raising funds to support the MEA!
Letter of Concern sent to Oxford Psychosocial Group re: Coronavirus and Fatigue | 20 April 2020
A controversial leaflet from Oxford Health Foundation Trust has been widely criticised – and now appears to have been removed.
Join The 2.6 Challenge on 26 April and Help Save The ME Association! | 20 April 2020
Dream up an activity that suits your ability based on the numbers 2.6 or 26 and help save the ME Association!
ME Association Weekly Update: Coronavirus and ME/CFS – New Leaflet and Letter | 17 April 2020
We provide a weekly update on Covid-19 in a new free leaflet and a letter about vulnerability to be used when required.
News: Could the coronavirus trigger post-viral fatigue syndromes? | 16 April 2020
Evidence is mounting that Covid-19 infection might lead to instances of PVFS meaning we may see an increase in cases of Myalgic Encephalomyelitis.
ME Association Full Guidance: Coronavirus and ME/CFS by Dr Charles Shepherd | 31 March 2020
Dr Shepherd provides another update and comprehensive guidance for people with ME/CFS.
ME Charities and MPs send letter to supermarkets asking for more support for people with M.E. | 29 March 2020
We review the shopping situation in light of the restrictions and have written to supermarkets asking for more help.
Going stir crazy? Then try Listening Books to take you through to better times | 27 March 2020
A great new offer to help people while they are in the coronavirus lockdown.
The ME Association: Ten Key Points on Employment, ME/CFS and the Coronavirus | 27 March 2020
We provide an update on the measures in place to help people who are in employment during the coronavirus pandemic.
Fundraising: When the going gets tough, the tough get going! | 25 March 2020
We hear from two champion fundraisers – one of whom is a postwoman – about how the current restrictions are affecting them.
ME Association Guidance: Coronavirus and ME/CFS by Dr Charles Shepherd | 24 March 2020
Dr Shepherd provides an update and comprehensive guidance for people with ME/CFS.
The ME Association and Coronavirus: New working arrangements | 23 March 2020
We are continuing to work as normally as possible during what is a very challenging time for everyone.
ME Association Guidance: Coronavirus and ME/CFS by Dr Charles Shepherd | 16 March 2020
Dr Shepherd updates on the situation and explains how you can help prevent the spread of this infection and minimise exposure.
ME Association Guidance: Coronavirus (covid-19) Update | 09 March 2020
Dr Charles Shepherd provides updated information about the virus and how you can help prevent infection.