Tag Archives: CFIDS Association

Two Surveys, Two Opportunities

In addition to all the ways you can participate in and comment on the upcoming FDA Drug Development for ME/CFS Workshop, you can also participate in two surveys that will collect data for presentation at the Workshop. The CFIDS Association … Continue reading

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Evidence Based at NIH

Last year, NIH said it was undertaking a process to identify a research case definition for ME/CFS, but individuals like me were unable to get any additional information about what NIH intended. Now additional information has been made public in … Continue reading

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Insufficient Data

One of the most frustrating aspects of coping with CFS is the lack of definitive data. A PubMed search for “chronic fatigue syndrome” yields 4,877 results (as of today), but as a patient on the front lines I have to … Continue reading

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Another CFSAC Done Gone

The CFS Advisory Committee held its second meeting of the year on October 3-4, 2012. Last time, I organized my summary around the good, the bad, and the WTF moments. This time, I am organizing around the discussion themes. Overall, … Continue reading

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How Did They Get Here?

I’ve been following the work of the CFS Advisory Committee closely, and after the latest group of new members were appointed I wondered who had nominated them. I’ve done some research, and the answer might surprise you. Just getting this … Continue reading

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Winning Contestants

Two contests, one that you may have heard of and one that you may not, are active right now with CFS related organizations in the running for cash. The Chase Community Giving contest on Facebook features two CFS organizations competing … Continue reading

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Passing of Dr. William Reeves

Unexpected news came today that Dr. William Reeves passed away last night. Dr. Reeves was head of the CDC’s CFS program from 1992 through 2010, and was a polarizing figure both inside and outside the agency. Others have chronicled the … Continue reading

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Virtually Reality

Today, the CFIDS Association announces its latest research grants and projects. I know many of us want to dive into the details of the grants, but I want to first take a look at the big picture. The Association describes … Continue reading

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Diverse and Coordinated

Today, the CFIDS Association announced five new research grants as part of its “institute without walls” CFS research program.* The Association has funded more CFS research than any other non-profit to date, and expectations are high following on the success … Continue reading

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