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What is ME/CFS?
Myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) is a chronic, complex, neuroimmune disease that profoundly limits the health and productivity of patients and, like Long Covid, is often triggered by an infection. Because it is not yet fully understood, there is no cure for ME/CFS, nor are there any FDA-approved drugs or treatments. The main symptoms are extreme exhaustion (exacerbated by activity), cognitive dysfunction and unrefreshing sleep. Other symptoms may vary.
Core Programs
Solve M.E. takes a holistic approach to research and advocacy, catalyzing efforts through our various programs to make ME/CFS, Long Covid, and other “long haul” diseases better understood, diagnosable, and treatable. We are the largest U.S. peer-reviewed provider of private competitive research funding exclusively for ME/CFS, and the partner of choice for strategic, collaborative relationships with patients, researchers, government officials, and other disease organizations across the globe.
Meet the 2021 Ramsay Researchers
The Ramsay network now includes more than 60 researchers around the world, resulting in more than $7 million dollars of additional research funding. This year, the number of applications increased by about 130% and earned the highest ever impact scores from our peer review panel.
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Dr. Anthony Fauci on ME/CFS & Long Covid
“It’s extraordinary how many people have a post viral syndrome that’s very strikingly similar to myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome. They just don’t get back to normal energy or normal feeling of good health.”
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Share Your Story with Humans of M.E.!
At Solve M.E., we know it's so important to share personal experiences to increase understanding of ME/CFS, Long Covid and other post-infection diseases. We recently relaunched our Humans of M.E. story archive with additional categories to amplify your varied and compelling stories.
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Support H.R. 2754: The COVID-19 Long Haulers Act
Solve M.E. and members of the Long COVID Alliance worked closely with bill co-sponsor Representative Don Beyer to help craft data-driven policy solutions that meet the diverse needs of all long haulers, including individuals suffering from ME/CFS and Long Covid.
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The Solve ME/CFS Initiative (Solve M.E.) is a non-profit organization that serves as a catalyst for critical research into diagnostics, treatments, and cures for myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS), Long Covid and other post-infection diseases. Our work with the scientific, medical, and pharmaceutical communities, advocacy with government agencies, and alliances with patient groups around the world is laying the foundation for breakthroughs that can improve the lives of millions who suffer from various “long haul” diseases.
