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Myalgic encephalomyelitis / chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) is a chronic illness that severely limits the quality of life of many people affected. Symptoms include fatigue (i.e. severe exhaustion), ...

Scientists say they have new proof that a particular cellular dysfunction could be the key to helping up to 250,000 ...

Artist and musician Becca Thomas knew something was wrong when they went from working two jobs, making art, and exercising consistently to feeling winded from a single flight of stairs. It all started ...

Share on Pinterest Health officials suggest that long COVID may be a possible explanation for the recent surge in chronic fatigue cases. Catherine Ledner/Getty Images A new CDC survey shows around 4.3 ...

A study suggests that catching COVID-19 significantly raises the risk of developing ME/CFS (formerly called "chronic fatigue syndrome"), a typically lifelong condition that can be debilitating. When ...

Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) causes severe fatigue and cognitive difficulties without a known cure. Manage stress and know your limits to prevent CFS symptom flares. Medications and therapy can help ...