Trump abandons long COVID and ME/CFS patients again

Trump abandons long COVID and ME/CFS patients again

Reorganization of federal agencies and budget cuts are terminating some of the few existing programs

The government will improve the follow-up of patients with fatigue disorders.

ME/CFS is a very severe, complex multi-system disease, which is usually caused by viral infections. The quality of life of the affected person is significantly lower on average than in various other serious diseases such as multiple sclerosis, lung cancer or stroke.

ME/CFS, ties to Long COVID are the focus of ongoing research studies

Understanding the effects of Long COVID may also mean understanding what is called ME/CFS. ME/CFS is myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome. It is a serious illness that can keep people from doing their usual activities. It can make mental and physical exertion difficult and can last for a long time. People can have many symptoms, including extreme tiredness that isn’t relieved by rest. Thinking can be affected. ME/CFS can also vary …