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28 June, 2024

Tired Of Being Tired? It Could Be Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

Clinical psychologist Dr Serena In sheds some light on this lesser-known condition and how sufferers can find help..

28 June, 2024

Creative Craigavon Woman Coordinates Art Classes Giving Hope To Those Living With M.E. And Fibromyalgia

A Craigavon woman living with Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME) and Fibromyalgia is inspiring others with similar conditions to tap into their creative side by using art as a means of therapy. Since receiving her diagnoses seven years ago, 39-year-old Claire Kennedy had struggled to reconcile her brain’s wants and needs with her body’s wants and needs.

27 June, 2024

Sign In The Morning May Be Red Flag Of Horror Illness That Leaves Entire Body In Pain

A morning red flag could signify you're suffering from Fibromyalgia, a long-term condition that can lead to pain right across your whole body - and it normally develops between the ages of 25 and 55

27 June, 2024

‘You’re In A Room Of People That Get It’: Northern Colorado Long COVID Support Group Navigates Life After COVID Together

UCHealth facilitators expect growth in numbers, quality as long COVID support groups remain limited.

26 June, 2024

Writing The Unrelenting, Painful Experience Of Chronic Fatigue

David Coventry’s first novel, The Invisible Mile, won the Hubert Church Award for Best First Book at the 2016 Ockham New Zealand Book Awards. His latest work is a self-portrait of his “unrelenting” experience with chronic fatigue. Published by Te Herenga Waka University Press, RRP $38.

26 June, 2024

Antibodies From Long Covid Patients Prompt Symptoms In Mice

Two new studies suggest dysfunctional immune system attacking a patient's own tissues might drive the challenging condition.

25 June, 2024

New Benefit For Persons With Fibromyalgia And M.E Condition

Persons with Fibromyalgia and M.E. in Malta can receive a new benefit from next August with the amount being determined according to the severity of the condition.

25 June, 2024

The Story Behind Morgan Freeman’s Gloved Left Hand: A Tale Of Resilience

Morgan Freeman, the iconic actor with an unforgettable voice, has sparked curiosity on recent outings with a glove on his left hand. While this isn’t new, it’s a reminder of his incredible resilience following a life-altering car accident in 2008.

24 June, 2024

Long Covid Feels Like A Gun To My Head

An article by long-COVID sufferer Rachel Hall-Clifford.

24 June, 2024

Knowledge, Perceptions, And Use Of Psychedelics Among Individuals With Fibromyalgia

Fibromyalgia (FM) is a difficult to treat chronic pain condition for which there is strong interest in alternative treatments. There is growing interest in the potential of psychedelic substances (e.g., psilocybin) in conjunction with psychotherapy to treat chronic pain. Via a cross-sectional, anonymous, online survey, we aimed to characterize knowledge, perceptions, and past use of serotonergic (“classic”) and non-serotonergic psychedelics among a population of individuals with FM, and to investigate interest in psychedelic-based FM treatments. Among a North American population of 354 participants with FM, 29.9% reported past use of a psychedelic, with lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD) and psilocybin mushrooms being most commonly used. Perceptions of benefit from psychedelic use were generally neutral (59.4%) or positive (36.8%), with <3% reporting negative impacts on overall health or pain symptoms. Among 12 participants who used psychedelics with intentions of treating chronic pain, 11 reported improved symptoms. Regardless of past use, the majority of participants believed that psychedelics have potential for chronic pain treatments and would be willing to participate in a psychedelic-based clinical trial for their pain. These findings support the need for additional studies to understand the potential and effectiveness of psychedelic substances in managing FM symptoms.