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- LINKS | MECFS Canterbury
Resources and Links Take your time going through this information list. Just read or visit the content that is of interest to you. We only share the best clinically accepted and verified guidelines and information for ME/CFS and Long Covid. Be aware that a lot of content online or in books is not evidence-based, and that more research is needed to fully understand the causes and best treatments for Myalgic Encephalomyelitis / Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. What helps one person, will not necessarily help someone else. Please refer to our ‘Living with ME/CFS ’ content for practical advice on pacing and supports that may make a difference to your wellbeing and quality of life. Click on the section headings below to expand and view the related links. For Health Professionals Up Refer to your HealthPathways for regional clinical advice for ME/CFS. The excellent 96 page 'Clinical Care Guide: Managing ME/CFS, Long COVID, & IACCs' from Bateman Horne Centre , USA, who are leading international ME/CFS clinicians. NICE in the UK published updated guidelines for ME/CFS in 2021. CDC in the USA maintains advice and handouts about ME/CFS. Mayo Clinic in the USA have also published guidance for ME/CFS – Consensus Recommendations and Concise Review for Clinicians . Dialogues for a neglected illness project (UK) has produced a series of 15 minute videos covering different aspects of ME/CFS including Post-Exertional Malaise and the issues involved that have lead to poor care and insufficient research. M.E. Awareness NZ has curated a list of information and resources for health professionals, including Continuing Medical Education that is endorsed by RNZCGP. For Patients and Whānau Up Subscribe to our channel! Te Whatu Ora has provided online information about ME/CFS on HealthInfo. TAKE ME THERE The ‘What is ME/CFS? ’ video from the Bateman Horne Center (ME/CFS specialist centre), USA, is under 6 minutes long and provides a basic introduction into the IOM 2015 diagnostic criteria for ME/CFS. It is intended as education for medical providers but is also a good introduction for patients and the public. M.E. Awareness NZ has curated a list of resources for people affected by ME/CFS TAKE ME THERE Join ANZMES , the national advisory and support organisation for ME/CFS in New Zealand, to support their advocacy efforts. TAKE ME THERE The Unrest film tells the story of Jennifer Brea and others and what ME/CFS looks like behind the scenes. It also includes a history of the disease including contributions from Dr Nancy Klimas and Dr Ron Davis. Our Youtube channel has a range of recorded presentations on a variety of topics from past education meetings. E.g. Gut Health, Orthostatic Intolerance. TAKE ME THERE For Long COVID Up The Long Covid Support Tool , published by ME Support – NZ, is an excellent series of videos and resources. Useful for people with ME/CFS as well. TAKE ME THERE Long Covid Support Aotearoa provides information and community. TAKE ME THERE Self-guided online courses for Long COVID recovery developed by physiotherapists at Breathability, New Zealand. TAKE ME THERE Information from the Long Covid Physio , an international association. TAKE ME THERE 'What is Long COVID? (and ME/CFS?)' from the ME Association UK. TAKE ME THERE For Parents Up Join the private Facebook group NZ Carers for Young People with ME and related illnesses TAKE ME THERE Listening to Families , who are based in Christchurch, have produced a series of short videos designed to support and answer questions for families exploring a diagnosis of ME/CFS and management for their child or teenager. 80 minutes in total, with 19 videos from 1 to 8 minutes long, covering a range of relevant topics. TAKE ME THERE For Young People Up ME Support, based in Auckland, facilitate a free online Discord community for teens living with ME/CFS. Our nurses can refer you. Connecting online with others Up ME/CFS is a chronic complex condition that makes daily life difficult and causes social isolation. Online peer support groups can be helpful for people with ME/CFS as they can connect people who share similar experiences. People can come together online to socialise, share information and offer support to one another. It is okay to take a break from them as well, and shift our focus to other things. New Zealand based online forums: Join our online peer support community in a private Facebook group for people affected by ME/CFS or related illness who live in Canterbury or the West Coast of New Zealand (or elsewhere in the South Island). Join the friendly Canterbury Fibromyalgia and CFS/ME Group to connect and find out about informal local social catchups. Join the national online community facilitated by ME Support – NZ, who are based in Auckland. Other groups you may wish to check out: NZ M.E/CFS Catch ups for a holistic approach; For parents, join NZCare4ME for carers of young people with ME/CFS and other similar chronic illnesses (such as POTS, MCAD, EDS, and Fibromyalgia). For young people, join a Facebook community for NZ Teens/Early 20's with ME/CFS and Related Illnesses, or CFS / Fibro: Young Adults Group for people aged 18 to 35 (not very active at present). For young people (aged 12-20) living with any illness or disability in NZ and Australia, and their siblings, the Livewire community provides safe social connection and positive distraction. If you are severely unwell with ME/CFS, join the NZ Severe Facebook community. For long COVID, join the Long Covid Support Aotearoa and Long Covid Kids New Zealand Facebook communities. For fibromyalgia, join Fibromyalgia NZ Support and the Fibromyalgia & CFS NZ Support Facebook communities. For Ehlers-Dahlos Syndrome, join the national Loosely speaking - Ehlers Danlos NZ support group, the South Island support hub , or other affinity support groups . For Mast Cell Activation Syndrome, join Mast Cell NZ . International online forums: Phoenix Rising is the largest and oldest international online forum for complex chronic illnesses such as ME/CFS, fibromyalgia, long COVID, postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS), mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS), and allied diseases. It uses XenForo community platform, rather than Facebook. Science for ME focuses on scientific discussion but is also a useful place for support and advocacy. There are public and member-only areas within the forum. It uses the XenForo community platform, rather than Facebook. #MEAction, a global movement fighting for recognition, education and research for people with ME/CFS, has several international affinity groups on Facebook for people, such as pregnancy and parenting, seniors, and caregivers. For teens and young adults up to mid 20's, check out the Teens with ME/CFS and Related Illnesses, and Teens With Chronic Illnesses Facebook communities. If you have severe ME/CFS, join the international online support group. For parents of young people with ME/CFS, join the large Parents of Kids & Teens with ME/CFS and Related Illnesses Facebook community. For parents of adults with ME/CFS, join Parents of adult children with ME/CFS Facebook community. For long COVID, join COVID-19 Long Haulers Support Facebook community, and search for others. Research Updates Up Good research is incredibly important for understanding ME/CFS. It informs everyone; those with ME/CFS, and also, whānau, health professionals, and more. It is important to consider the quality of research you may be reading. Reliable research is the result of accurate and ethical scientific methods being used throughout the entire process. Questions you can ask to help determine the reliability of research can include: Who is the focus; are there any conflicts of interest; Has the research paper been peer-reviewed; Does the study give unsupported conclusions. Wariness of media reports and caution when trying alternative treatments are also important to consider. Understand that all scientific research is biased by default, the scientists conducting them are people. Good research publications will detail design, methods, results, funding, and conflicts of interest for. For further personal review on scientific evidence and research, the Science Media Website has a useful article on scientific evidence: https://www.sciencemediacentre.co.nz/coveringscience/types-of-scientific-evidence/ Research Links: Health Rising blogs about ME/CFS, long COVID, and Fibromyalgia. These blog posts discuss key research in easy-to-understand language, and each article usually includes an overview in a gist panel. ME/CFS Science does analysis on ME/CFS research. Formerly known as ME/CFS Skeptic. Also hosts a companion website, ME/CFS Science and provides an annual review of important ME/CFS research. Science for ME is an open forum that discusses ME/CFS and most related research. There are also resources and other useful pieces of information. ME-pedia is a crowd-sourced encyclopaedia filled with research and history relating to ME/CFS. The Long Hauler Sunbeam is a monthly newsletter which discusses research, thoughts, and questions. ME Association provides updates about research both done by others and funded by the Ramsay Research Fund. They also publish a ME/CFS/PVFS Clinical & Research Guide (aka the 'Purple Book') which is available to purchase as an eBook. Simmaron Research publishes research on ME/CFS. Emerge Australia publishes research digests that share current ME/CFS and Long COVID research. The ME/CFS and Fibromyalgia Information Exchange Forum on CO-CURE . Join the subscription list for information about ME/CFS and Fibromyalgia. They also keep an archive of all former newsletters
- Getting Diagnosed | MECFS Canterbury
Getting Diagnosed At this stage, there are no specific diagnostic tests available that can be done in a clinical setting to confirm ME/CFS. However, healthcare professionals can make a diagnosis by using the diagnostic criteria, excluding other possible conditions, and ensuring that post-exertional malaise (PEM) is present. VIEW THE DIAGNOSTIC CRITERIA Your doctor is likely to refer to the clinical advice for ME/CFS on the Health Pathways website provided by Te Whatu Ora | Health New Zealand and may: Ask about you and your family’s health history. Ask about anything you have tried that makes the symptoms better or worse. Suggest that you keep a diary of symptoms and activity. Carry out an examination to identify alternative underlying disorders. They may look for any weight changes, difficulty with self-care, and issues with heart rate and blood pressure when moving to an upright position, and also, check for lymphadenopathy, thyroid disease, cardiac or pulmonary disease, joint or connective tissue disease, and neurological issues such as myopathy and multiple sclerosis. Request baseline blood tests for CBC, CRP, ferritin, electrolytes, renal and liver function, calcium, magnesium, blood glucose/HbA1c, B12, vitamin D, thyroid function, coeliac antibodies. If your illness is post-viral, they may also test for Epstein-Barr virus, cytomegalovirus, and HIV. Depending on your symptoms, they may also test for immunoglobulins, antinuclear antibodies, rheumatoid titres, creatine kinase, and cortisol. Request an ECG and chest x-ray if you experience palpitations, chest pain or shortness of breath. Consider long COVID if your symptoms appear to have been triggered by COVID-19 infection. We have a lett e r that you can take to your GP to let them know about the new clinical guidelines for ME/CFS on the Health Pathways website. DOWNLOAD A LETTER FOR CANTERBURY GPS DOWNLOAD A LETTER FOR WEST COAST GPS Our Registered Nurse Service is available to support you when you are wondering if you have ME/CFS and are seeking a diagnosis. Our nurses work through the assessment process against the diagnostic criteria with you, and then, with your permission, can share the result with your GP. How we help For a comprehensive list of clinical primers and other resources for health professionals refer to: Link https://m.e.awareness.nz/resources-health-professionals/ PREVIOUS PAGE NEXT PAGE
- News (All) | MECFS Canterbury
Subscribe to our Newsletter Sign up to become a member to receive our bi-monthly newsletter. The newsletter includes information about managing and living with ME/CFS, latest research, our activities, plus more. BECOME A MEMBER VIEW OUR NEWSLETTERS Latest News We plan to share key updates about ME/CFS, Long COVID, and our organisation here. If you remember seeing a notice about new guidance or initiative in our newsletter or social media and want to revisit the details, it will be worth checking the updates listed below. 25 Aug 2026 Our August 2026 newsletter is now available! Theme for this issue is responses in our annual survey. We also highlight some new guides for Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome and Dysautonomia Read More 8 Jul 2026 ‘I feel trapped’: 29-year-old Wellington woman hasn’t left upstairs bedroom for four months Paddy Gower Does Stuff: Woman hasn’t left upstairs bedroom for months Read More 29 Jun 2026 Our June 2026 newsletter is now available! Theme for this issue is Manual Vagus Nerve Stimulation. Read More 24 Jun 2026 2026 Annual Survey – Open Now Your feedback shapes what we do... Read More 22 Jun 2026 Find Support After an ME/CFS or Long Covid Diagnosis in Canterbury and the West Coast Being told you have Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME/CFS) or Long Covid can feel overwhelming and isolating. Read More 12 Jun 2026 Announcing Winners of the 2026 Crash Wear Merch Design Competition We are excited to announce the three winners of our 2026 Crash Wear Merch Design Competition. Read More Load More
- The 2026 Crash Wear Design Competition | MECFS Canterbury
Feeling creative and got some extra spoons? Turn them into something that speaks for our community with our Crash Wear Design Competition. We’re looking for ME/CFS or Long Covid themed designs for our Crash Wear merch, something that captures the lived experience of ME/CFS and Long Covid. < Back The 2026 Crash Wear Design Competition 11 Apr 2026 Feeling creative and got some extra spoons? Turn them into something that speaks for our community with our Crash Wear Design Competition. We’re looking for ME/CFS or Long Covid themed designs for our Crash Wear merch, something that captures the lived experience of ME/CFS and Long Covid. Three winning designs will be featured on ME/CFS Canterbury “Crash wear” merchandise and the winners will receive one crash wear item of their choosing featuring their design. Entries close Saturday, 31st May 2026, and winners will be announced on Friday 12th June 2026. Check out the current Crash Wear range at https://mecfscanterbury.digitees.co.nz Conditions of Entry Eligibility: Entry is open to members, caregivers, and family/whānau of people living with ME/CFS or Long COVID in the Canterbury and West Coast regions. Entry Period: Entries open upon announcement and close at 11:59pm, 31 May 2026 (NZST) Number of Entries: You may submit as many designs as your energy allows, no pressure to overdo it. Original Work: All submissions must be the entrant’s original work and must not infringe on any copyright, trademark, or intellectual property rights. Design Requirements: Designs should reflect themes relevant to ME/CFS and/or Long COVID. Artwork must be suitable for printing on merchandise e.g. clothing, accessories. Colours do not need to be limited to the existing colour palette of our Crash Wear (blue and white). Final files may be requested in a high-resolution format if shortlisted. We will also accept draft entries from people who have a good idea but not the skills or tools to create high quality art. If your design is the winner, we can arrange for the artwork to be done. Use of Entries: ME/CFS Canterbury may display submitted designs (with credit) on social media for promotional purposes related to the competition, unless the entrant requests otherwise. Selection of Winners: Entries will be reviewed and three winning designs selected by a panel of ME/CFS Canterbury staff, volunteers, and members. W inners will be announced on Friday 12th June 2026 on https://www.mecfscanterbury.nz/news-1 and by email. Prize: The three winning designs will be featured on ME/CFS Canterbury “Crash wear” merchandise and the winners will receive one crash wear item of their choosing featuring their design. The item of clothing or accessory can be selected from the range available from Digitees. View the selection at https://www.digitees.co.nz/create. Artist Credit & Rights: Artists will be credited wherever reasonably possible. If your design is selected as a winner, the rights to the design are transferred to ME/CFS Canterbury for use in promotional, fundraising, and merchandising purposes. Content Guidelines: Designs must not include offensive, discriminatory, or inappropriate material. ME/CFS Canterbury reserves the right to exclude any entry that does not align with its values. Changes & Decisions: ME/CFS Canterbury reserves the right to amend these conditions or cancel the competition if necessary. All decisions are final, and no correspondence will be entered into. Submit Your Entry Submit here Feel free to email us on info@mecfscanterbury.nz if you have any questions. Previous Next
- Mayo Clinic releases new consensus clinical guidance for ME/CFS | MECFS Canterbury
The Mayo Clinic Proceedings publication has recently published a consensus recommendation article for ME/CFS written by the ME/CFS Clinician Coalition. It is exciting that another leading health care publication is sharing up-to-date evidence based information about ME/CFS. < Back Mayo Clinic releases new consensus clinical guidance for ME/CFS 4 Sept 2021 The Mayo Clinic Proceedings publication has recently published a consensus recommendation article for ME/CFS written by the ME/CFS Clinician Coalition. It is exciting that another leading health care publication is sharing up-to-date evidence based information about ME/CFS. The Mayo Clinic Proceedings publication is a premier peer-reviewed clinical journal for general and internal medicine, and is among the most widely read and highly cited scientific publications for physicians. The journal has recently published a consensus recommendation article "Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: Essentials of Diagnosis and Management" by Lucinda Bateman et al (US ME/CFS Clinician Coalition). The lengthy article (14 pages + references) discusses diagnosis and management, and highlights: key biological impairments in ME/CFS. the need to identify/treat co-morbidities. why GET (Graded Exercise Therapy) is not recommended. the link to Long COVID. It is exciting that another leading health care publication is sharing up-to-date evidence based information about ME. Of note, this article cites research from exercise physiologist, Dr Lynette Hodges, Massey University, NZ. Author Dr. Lucinda Bateman notes, “There are many steps clinicians can take now to improve the health, function, and quality of life of people with ME/CFS, including those newly ill with ME/CFS following COVID-19. This guidance may also help Long COVID patients, even if they do not fully meet criteria for ME/CFS.” Please note that the medication section is based on the US environment, which has a large range of medications available and where clinicians are able to be more experimental with off-label prescriptions than in other countries such as NZ. For local guidance for NZ medical professionals, we recommend the NZ Doctor How to Treat: ME/CFS article. (Available https://m.e.awareness.nz/how-to-treat-mecfs .) Link: https://www.mayoclinicproceedings.org/article/S0025-6196(21)00513-9/fulltext Previous Next
- Registered Nurse Vacancy | MECFS Canterbury
We are looking for another part time Registered Nurse < Back Registered Nurse Vacancy 23 Apr 2026 We are looking for another part time Registered Nurse We are looking for another part time #RegisteredNurse to join our small clinical team. Could you help us to make a difference for people with ME/CFS and long COVID? Or do you know someone who might? ____________________________ About #MECFS : ME/CFS is a serious long-term illness. People living with ME/CFS experience a fluctuating severity of symptoms and are severely impacted in the activities of daily living. Appropriate clinical support and guidance for self-management can improve symptoms and quality of life. ____________________________ About Us: ME/CFS Canterbury / West Coast Charitable Trust is a growing community health organisation and charity. We focus on improving the lives of people living with #MyalgicEncephalomyelitis / #ChronicFatigueSyndrome and #longCOVID and their whānau, by providing information, validation, clinical support, connection, practical support and advocacy. We also provide educational opportunities and guidance about ME/CFS for health professionals. We deliver our services in Canterbury and the West Coast of New Zealand. Visit our website www.mecfscanterbury.nz to find out more. ____________________________ For details about the vacancy: ✦ Ad on Seek - https://nz.seek.com/job/91628370 ✦ Closing Date: 8am Monday 11th May 2026 Previous Next
- New guidance from CDHB for physiotherapists | MECFS Canterbury
We are delighted to announce that physiotherapists who have access to the Allied Healthways website provided by the CDHB now have appropriate advice available in the PhysioFITT guidance for ME/CFS. < Back New guidance from CDHB for physiotherapists 25 Jun 2021 We are delighted to announce that physiotherapists who have access to the Allied Healthways website provided by the CDHB now have appropriate advice available in the PhysioFITT guidance for ME/CFS. We are grateful to the clinical editors from the Canterbury District Health Board who have worked with us recently to provide up-to-date guidance about ME/CFS for physiotherapists working with the PhysioFITT programme. This new guidance is available on the CDHB's Allied Healthways online platform, and will help health professionals to be aware of current understanding of this debilitating illness, and the need to move away from prior advice that is no longer recommended. Under the PhysioFITT program, physiotherapists assess the clinical context of the patient and deliver a tailored assessment and activity plan appropriate to their health condition(s). Key points made for ME/CFS clients: Avoid exercise tests that may trigger post-exertional malaise (PEM). Check for Orthostatic Intolerance. Graded Exercise Therapy (GET) is not recommended for ME/CFS. Exercise should be used for physical maintenance (core strength, bone density and enjoyment) and be at a level to avoid post-exertional malaise (PEM). If PEM is experienced frequently, consider reducing rather than increasing activity in order to improve overall wellbeing. It may be more helpful to focus on daily activities than formal exercise. Make #movementforlife safe for #MyalgicEncephalomyelitis #ChronicFatigueSyndrome Previous Next
- ‘I feel trapped’: 29-year-old Wellington woman hasn’t left upstairs bedroom for four months | MECFS Canterbury
Paddy Gower Does Stuff: Woman hasn’t left upstairs bedroom for months < Back ‘I feel trapped’: 29-year-old Wellington woman hasn’t left upstairs bedroom for four months 8 Jul 2026 Paddy Gower Does Stuff: Woman hasn’t left upstairs bedroom for months In this article Paddy Gower interviews Elvira Edmonds who has lived with ME/CFS for three years, and over the past year it has left her mostly bedbound, since February she hasn't been able to leave her upstairs bedroom. Despite this, ME/CFS still isn't recognised by the government as a disability, this means people with ME/CFS can't access care supports available to those with recognised disabilities. Right now, those with the most severe symptoms are often left with only a few hours of care a day despite needing round the clock support. www.stuff.co.nz ‘I feel trapped’: 29-year-old Wellington woman hasn’t left upstairs bedroom for four months Elvira Edmonds is mostly bed-bound with severe ME. But the disease is not recognised as a disability in New Zealand. Previous Next
- New public guidance from CDHB on ME/CFS | MECFS Canterbury
Announcing updated information about Myalgic Encephalomyelitis /Chronic Fatigue Syndrome on the Healthinfo site for people living in Canterbury. This provides clear, reputable guidance from the CDHB about ME/CFS that will raise understanding and awareness. < Back New public guidance from CDHB on ME/CFS 10 Sept 2020 Announcing updated information about Myalgic Encephalomyelitis /Chronic Fatigue Syndrome on the Healthinfo site for people living in Canterbury. This provides clear, reputable guidance from the CDHB about ME/CFS that will raise understanding and awareness. Announced today! Updated information about Myalgic Encephalomyelitis /Chronic Fatigue Syndrome on the Healthinfo site for people living in Canterbury. MECFS Canterbury was proud to assist the CDHB with the update of this info. The content on HealthInfo provides clear, reputable information that people with ME/CFS can refer to for themselves, and also share with their friends, whānau and workplaces to raise awareness and understanding. It reflects the content on the HealthPathways platform and outlines the symptoms of ME/CFS, diagnosis method, self-care suggestions, treatments, and other supports available. To view, visit: www.healthinfo.org.nz/Chronic-fatigue-syndrome-CFS.htm Alternatively, view the Home page of the Healthinfo site at www.healthinfo.org.nz and use the search box at the top right to find the 'ME/CFS' topics. "HealthInfo is a health information website for the general public, funded by the Canterbury District Health Board. The information on HealthInfo is specific to Canterbury, New Zealand. It's written and approved by local ... healthcare professionals." "The website has a mix of health information, including factsheets on different topics and descriptions of local health services and support organisations. It also has links to recommended websites for further reading and research." "When you read information on HealthInfo, you can feel confident that this is the information your medical professional wants you to read." Previous Next
- Mental Health Awareness Week 5-12 October 2025 | MECFS Canterbury
When living with chronic illness it is natural to grieve the losses and find it difficult to cope with at times. < Back Mental Health Awareness Week 5-12 October 2025 6 Oct 2025 When living with chronic illness it is natural to grieve the losses and find it difficult to cope with at times. View our campaign on our facebook Five ways to support mental wellbeing for ME/CFS We need to acknowledge that it is incredibly challenging living with a disabling chronic illness like ME/CFS. It can significantly reduce options and quality of life. It is natural to grieve the losses and to find it difficult to cope with at times, especially for those who are very unwell and not receiving much support. If you live with ME/CFS or long COVID we suggest the following strategies to support your mental wellbeing. If you have whānau affected by ME/CFS, we invite you to let them guide you on how you can support them to explore these strategies. ✦ Prioritise rest. Take regular rest breaks throughout the day. Rest before and after activities. Rest as soon as you notice symptoms increasing. ✦ Simplify. Prioritise what to spend your limited energy on. Find ways to do things that use less energy. ✦ Connect. Allocate time for friendships with people who understand or care. Join an online community of people who can relate to your experiences of chronic illness. ✦ Look for joy. Schedule in small activities or pastimes that you enjoy or that add lightness. ✦ One moment at a time. Acknowledge the challenges. Be patient with yourself. Practice gentle self-care. __________ . Need help now? Call/text 1737 (NZ) for free counselling support. Visit: mecfscanterbury.nz/living-with-me-cfs/mental-wellbeing for support options Disclaimer: https://www.mecfscanterbury.nz/about-us/disclaimer Previous Next
- Dysautonomia New Zealand | MECFS Canterbury
Today we want to congratulate the team involved in the establishment of Dysautonomia New Zealand and their progress in becoming a registered charity. < Back Dysautonomia New Zealand 17 Feb 2026 Today we want to congratulate the team involved in the establishment of Dysautonomia New Zealand and their progress in becoming a registered charity. Today we want to congratulate the team involved in the establishment of Dysautonomia New Zealand and their progress in becoming a registered charity. They hope to fill the gap in response to a clear and ongoing need for greater awareness, support, and understanding of dysautonomia in Aotearoa New Zealand. Visit their website https://www.dysautonomianz.co.nz and sign up to their newsletters or offer your support. ___________________ Dysautonomia is an umbrella term for conditions where the autonomic nervous system (ANS) does not function as it should. The ANS controls automatic body processes like heart rate, blood pressure, digestion, and temperature regulation. When it malfunctions, everyday activities such as standing up, eating, or even concentrating can become challenging. Conditions include POTS (Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome), Orthostatic Hypotension, Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia and more. Previous Next
- ME/CFS Awareness Mugs for Blue Sunday 2026 | MECFS Canterbury
Support a Cause with Every Cup < Back ME/CFS Awareness Mugs for Blue Sunday 2026 21 Apr 2026 Support a Cause with Every Cup If you’ve been looking for a simple way to support ME/CFS Awareness this may, we’ve got something practical, meaningful and genuinely useful. Mugs designed with chronic illness life in mind. We’ve just launched 3 new ME/CFS themed mugs to our line of merch as part of our fundraising efforts for Blue Sunday on Sunday 17 May 2026 a much-loved event in ME/CFS awareness month. Why These Mugs Matter Living with ME/CFS often means adjusting to a slower pace of life. Small comforts like a warm drink can become part of a meaningful routine. These mugs are designed to reflect that reality with simple, relatable designs, gentle humour, and validation. Perfect for tea, coffee, or whatever gets you through the day. Order Early for Blue Sunday To make sure your mug arrives in time for Blue Sunday on 17 May we recommend ordering as soon as possible. All drinkware ordered in April and May will count toward our fundraising total and contributes directing to supporting people in Canterbury and the West Coast with ME/CFS and Long Covid. A Small Act That Adds Up Not everyone has the capacity to attend events or take part in large campaigns and that’s ok. This is a lower energy way to show support, start conversations, and be part of something meaningful. Get yours. Previous Next
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