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Interpreting Hand Grip Strength In Hospital Employees With Post-COVID Syndrome Compared To Non-Infected Controls: a Case-Control Study
Research published in Scientific Reports.
A Test For Long COVID Can’t Leave Anyone Behind
A blood draw. A panel of results. For the first time, biological proof of what millions of people have known in their bodies for years. A test for Long COVID will be transformative, and we should start preparing for its arrival now.
Hundreds Demonstrate In Zurich In Support Of Chronic Fatigue Sufferers
Several hundred people gathered on Sunday [10 May 2026] at Europaplatz in Zurich to show their solidarity with those suffering from myalgic encephalomyelitis, also known as chronic fatigue syndrome. The organisers of the event are calling for improvements in diagnosis, medical care and research in this field.
40 Years Of Commitment - ME Awareness Week May 11th - May 17th
During ME Awareness week this year the charity that works for those affected by Myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME) or Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) across Sussex is marking its fortieth anniversary and reflecting on what has been achieved over the years.
Interdisciplinary Care Shows Promise For Children With Long COVID
A new study describes the high symptom burden carried by pediatric long-COVID patients and highlights integrative medicine's role in their care.
UK Department For Work And Pensions Confirms All 87 Musculoskeletal Conditions Eligible For Up To £779 In PIP - Full List
87 muscle and joint conditions that could qualify for Personal Independence Payment (PIP) payments of up to £778 a month have been revealed. PIP is paid to 3.9 million claimants by the Department for Work and Pensions ( DWP ), figures show.
Band To Prove 'Disabled People Can Be Rockstars'
A band made up of disabled and neurodivergent musicians is putting on a fully-accessible gig to help remove barriers to live music and to "prove disabled people can be rockstars".
Study Links Myalgic Encepalomeyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome With Changes To Immune Cells
In a recent Australian study, researchers identified cellular differences between healthy volunteers and patients with ME/CFS.
Jurassic Coast: Dorset Man To Run 100km For ME/CFS Awareness
A Dorset man is preparing for a gruelling 100km challenge in an effort to raise awareness for ME/CFS.
Sights Shine Blue On ME Action Day
From the Jet d'eau in Geneva to the Kursaal in Bern and the Tinguely Fountain in Basel: On May 12, sights will be illuminated in blue on a day of action for people affected by myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME).
Study Says Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Is Often Misunderstood
KOAT health expert Dr. Ash says that for millions, CFS is a real, debilitating disease.
Chronic Fatigue Is Caused By More Than Just Poor Sleep, And Scientists Found Clues In The Gut
A new study has found that chronic fatigue syndrome carries a measurable biological pattern across gut bacteria, blood chemistry, and immune signals, not poor sleep alone.