In the News
Keep up to date with the latest news articles from around the world.
Articles represent the views of their authors and not ME/CFS SA. Always seek advice from a registered health practitioner before changing your care plan.
03 June, 2020
'I've Spent Years In Lockdown' - UK Woman's Debilitating Condition Means Even Sound Of Children Playing Is Painful
A profile of UK ME/CFS sufferer Naomi Gilchrist.
30 March, 2022
'If You Don't Act, You'll Be Ill For The Rest Of Your life': The Thick Of It Star Joanna Scanlan, 60, Thanks Her GP For Urging Her To Follow Her Acting Passion As She Battled ME In Her 20s - After She Won Best Actress BAFTA For After Love
Joanna Scanlan reached the pinnacle of her career with a best actress BAFTA - but the modest star chose to praise the GP who urged her to pursue her stage and screen dream. The After Love star, 60, struggled to hold back her tears after winning, calling it 'the highest accolade I could ever aspire to' and admitted she was surprised to win because of her age and not being 'the normal shape and size' of other actresses.
10 October, 2023
'Illness Left Me Housebound For 18 Months And Even In An Isolation Unit - People Thought I Had A Tropical Disease'
Gemma Wardell ‘completely crashed’ before her slow journey to recovery from ME - and now she has been inspired to open her own business.
10 July, 2023
'Inclusive Fashion Is The Next Big Thing'
A UK fashion student with a chronic pain condition has crafted a clothing range to help others who have hidden disabilities.
04 May, 2022
'Interesting But Frustrating' - Councillor Resigns With Parting Shot
A UK councillor has announced his resignation due to ill health - with a parting shot criticising the influence of party politics on local government.
31 October, 2022
'Is This Going To Be My Life Now?': Here's What It’s Like Living With Long COVID
Before catching COVID-19 in December 2020, Adriana Patino’s daily routine involved waking up at 4 a.m. and heading to the pool, where she practiced as a competitive swimmer. She trained twice a day, along with managing a full-time job. Now, she struggles to leave her home.
15 May, 2021
'It Can Ruin Your Life': The Biggest Loser's Tiffiny Hall Shares Emotional Update On Long-Term Health Battle And Reveals 'Cornerstones Of Her Recovery'
Biggest Loser trainer Tiffiny Hall has revealed her private battle with debilitating genetic illnesses Chronic Fatigue Syndrome/ME and POTS.
14 February, 2022
'It Has Taken Everything From Me': Q&A With Former NJ Man With Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
An interview with US ME/CFS sufferer James Strazza.
22 November, 2022
'It Is Like Going Back To The Dark Ages, People Have Nothing'
As part of its Cost of Living: Tackling it Together series, BBC News will be asking people from towns and cities around the UK how they are coping - and revisiting them over the coming months. Claire Mills, from Matson in Gloucester, is unable to work as she suffers from Fibromyalgia and degenerative disc disease. Speaking at a weekly support group, the 59-year-old tells BBC News what life is like for her and her community.
29 November, 2020
'It Just Doesn't Want To Seem To Go Away:' Patients Suffer Lingering Symptoms Months After Initial COVID Infection
An increasing number of people who become ill from the coronavirus have physical, mental and emotional symptoms that linger well after an initial infection.
