Action for ME is a

charitable organisation A charitable organization or charity is an organization whose primary objectives are philanthropy and social well-being (e.g. educational, religious or other activities serving the public interest or common good). The legal definition of a ...

and self-help group based in the

United Kingdom The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, commonly known as the United Kingdom (UK) or Britain, is a country in Europe, off the north-western coast of the European mainland, continental mainland. It comprises England, Scotlan ...

and dedicated to helping people with M.E., more commonly known in the medical profession as

chronic fatigue syndrome Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), also called myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME) or ME/CFS, is a complex, debilitating, long-term medical condition. The Pathophysiology, causes and mechanisms of the disease are not fully understood. Distinguishing c ...

(CFS). The "ME" in "Action for ME" refers to two of the alternative names for chronic fatigue syndrome, ''myalgic encephalomyelitis'' or ''myalgic encephalopathy,'' that are preferred by patient groups in the United Kingdom. The organisation also believes that individuals with M.E./CFS may be diagnosed with post-viral fatigue syndrome. The organisation was founded by patients in 1987 as The M.E. Action Campaign and changed its name to 'Action for M.E.' in 1993.

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Official website
Non-profit organisations based in the United Kingdom Chronic fatigue syndrome {{UK-charity-stub