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Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
According to the CFIDS Association of America, more than a million people in the U.S. live with chronic fatigue syndrome, with as many as 90% of them undiagnosed, and women affected four times as often as men. We've gathered some resources to help you learn more about this often-misunderstood condition.
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CFIDS Association of America
The Chronic Fatigue and Immune Dysfunction Syndrome Association of America (CFIDS) gives visitors info about CFS and various immune disorders.
Stop here if you need facts about chronic fatigue syndrome or related disorders, including fibromyalgia, GI problems or multiple chemical sensitivities. A great resource for those looking for support, resources and advocacy opportunities.
CFS Squared
We dig CFS Squared, a site for Babes with chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS).
There are tons of fun stories, interesting tips for saving energy, discussions on research and controversial topics and much more.
Chronic Fatigue Alliance Forum
Remember the safe spaces from the women's and gay movements?
Now anyone living with CF find safe haven without even leaving home in the Chronic Fatigue Alliance online forum. "No flaming, no heated debates, no politics, no religion and no soliciations." We're breathing deeper already.
Fight the Power
Excuse us, Public Enemy, while we borrow your call to action and tip our hats to Darla Johnson, a chronic fatigue and (among other disorders) fibromyalgia patient.
We learned via FibromyalgiaSupport.com that Honorary Babe Johnson won a disability suit in Marcy 2007. She challenged a wrongful termination of benefits and won. You go on and set that precedent, grrl!
ImmuneSupport.com
ImmuneSupport is a resource for individuals with fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome and related disorders.
Get information and support for dealing with fibro or CFS. Find out about treatments and research, and connect with others living with similar health issues.
International Association for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Formerly the American Association for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, the IACFS mission is to "promote, stimulate and coordinate the exchange of ideas related to CFS and fibromyalgia (FM) research, patient care, and treatment."
A great resource to learn more about CFS; be sure to check out information about their annual patient conference.
The Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Fibromyalgia Alliance
We're feeling slightly overwhelmed just skimming the number of resources offered by the the CF Alliance.
Even so, we're obligated to tell you that they provide free international services for those with CFS and related illnesses. If you need a friend to walk the line with you, sign up for a pen pal.
