 Welcome to the ACT ME/CFS Society!
We provide support, information and advocacy for people affected by Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME) / Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) and/or Fibromyalgia Syndrome (FMS) in the Canberra region.
The ACT ME/CFS Society provides support services, such as monthly support group meetings and a self help course. We provide information about ME/CFS/FMS and related illnesses to members, medical practitioners and the public. We also raise funds for research into ME/CFS and hold events to raise awareness in the ACT region.
Latest News:
Next Support Group Meeting (Tuesday 6 May) – Generic Medication
The next support group meeting will be on Tuesday 6 May 2008 at 12.30pm at SHOUT. Peer Educators funded by the National Prescribing Service will discuss generic medication issues such as:
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the differences between the generic and brand names of medication,
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comparing ‘off the shelf’ medicines to prescription drugs and
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how to talk to your doctor about your medicines.
Phone or email Gwen at SHOUT on 6290 1984 for more information.
Another Successful Awareness Raising Event in the ACT
On Sunday 18 November 2007 the Society held a special screening of the ME/CFS documentary, I Remember Me, by Kim A. Snyder (see the film's website for more details). The event was a success with 62 people attending, many wearing blue or buying a ribbon to show their support for people with the illness.
The Next Self-Help Course
The ACT ME/CFS & FMS Society runs a course that is designed to help you better understand the illnesses and gives you the strategies to manage your health more effectively. The next Self-Help Course will be run later in the year. Fees apply. For more information or to register, please contact SHOUT on 6290-1984 or admin@mecfscanberra.org.au.
Forum
The Society now has a space on the NSW Forum pages of its very own. Follow this link to connect online with other people with ME/CFS & FMS in the Canberra Region. Register now thanks to the ME/CFS Society of NSW.
Doctors' Guidelines for ME/CFS
2005/2006 - Overview of the Canadian Consensus clinical guidelines for ME/CFS and FMS
Courtesy of the Canadian ME/FM Action Network.
2004 - ME/CFS Guidelines for GPs and Psychiatrists
Developed by South Australian Department of Health in collaboration with medical professionals and the SA ME/CFS Society.
Newly
diagnosed with a condition?
The Society strongly recommends you read:
Advice
to a New Patient
By Bruce Campbell
CFIDS and Fibromyalgia expert Bruce Campbell talks about the most important things to remember in coping with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome or fibromyalgia.
Family and Friends
Coping Information for family and friends by Bruce Campbell
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