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.
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Covid-19 and Post-viral Fatigue Syndrome by Dr Charles Shepherd | 30 April 2020
Covid-19 and Post-viral Fatigue Syndrome by Dr Charles Shepherd | 30 April 2020 Read More »
Post-viral fatigue is being reported following Covid-19 infection. We explain the issue and offer best management guidance.
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
Charity champions. We need them now more than ever! | 23 April 2020 Read More »
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.
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
News: Could the coronavirus trigger post-viral fatigue syndromes? | 16 April 2020 Read More »
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
Fundraising: When the going gets tough, the tough get going! | 25 March 2020 Read More »
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
ME Association Guidance: Coronavirus and ME/CFS by Dr Charles Shepherd | 24 March 2020 Read More »
Dr Shepherd provides an update and comprehensive guidance for people with ME/CFS.
The ME Association and Coronavirus: New working arrangements | 23 March 2020
The ME Association and Coronavirus: New working arrangements | 23 March 2020 Read More »
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
ME Association Guidance: Coronavirus and ME/CFS by Dr Charles Shepherd | 16 March 2020 Read More »
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
ME Association Guidance: Coronavirus (covid-19) Update | 09 March 2020 Read More »
Dr Charles Shepherd provides updated information about the virus and how you can help prevent infection.
MEA Website Survey: Why are we talking about protection against winter viral infections, including coronavirus/covid-19? | 03 March 2020
We are talking simple protective measures you can take this winter and have updated our guidance on Covid-19.
Coronavirus infection and ME/CFS | 11 February 2020
Coronavirus infection and ME/CFS | 11 February 2020 Read More »
Dr Shepherd provides some key information on both the virus and the prevention of infection.