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What is ME/CFS? A plain-English introduction to the disease, its symptoms and impact
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What’s in a Name? Why is terminology important and why has it varied so much over time?
Possible causes of ME/CFS Research has identified several factors linked to the disease
Diagnosing ME/CFS The clinical guidelines that doctors should use for diagnosis
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Research
Why Research Matters The importance of biomedical research in understanding ME/CFS and finding a cure
The Role of ME Research UK Our work in funding valuable ME/CFS research
Project Library Browse the research projects we have funded
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