BC Women's Hospital Complex Chronic Diseases Program presents a position statement regarding Functional Capacity Evaluations for people living with ME/CFS. “Healthcare providers need to keep in mind that when patients with ME/CFS exceed their individual capacities, PEM and serious deterioration of function may result”. "Based on current guidance from major institutions..., FCEs are not recommended for assessment of functioning in individuals with a diagnosis of ME/CFS." Read

Guardian columnist George Monbiot says in his opinion piece that "the outdated treatment of ME/CFS patients is a national scandal". Read this compelling article here . Trigger Warning: this article may bring up issues if you have had negative medical experiences.

BC Housing gives housing priority to applicants whose situation is urgent due to a health condition, domestic violence, or homelessness. BC Disability provides steps you can take if you have circumstances that make it especially pressing for you to get housing, including the use of the Supplemental Application Form . For more information, click here . "Navigating The System - BC Housing" is about halfway down the resulting webpage.

"I feel like this series is a life-line for people with ME or Long-COVID who are faced with healthcare and social support systems that provide so little access to knowledgeable help and meaningful support." Christina Wiebe Our new educational series, including 12+ helpful, informative modules, is now being sent directly, by email, to people across the province. Information is fact-based, up-to-date, and developed by experts, patients and caregivers. Includes friendly, easy

The group DoNoHarmBC is supporting a package of budget recommendations that include funding for services and care for people with ME and other chronic illnesses. More specifically, this local campaign supports the 2024 BC Report on the Budget Recommendation #80 (to improve services for ME patients) and Recommendation #76 (to fund clinics and care hubs for chronic illnesses), including a call for specific provisions for Long-COVID. If you have interest in supporting these

We have great news to share! This year marks the third consecutive year to have an ME specific recommendation placed in the Provincial Government’s Budget Consultation report! This is a community win! On August 3rd, 2023, the Select Standing Committee on Finance and Government Services released its Report on the Budget 2024 Consultation . This report is the result of an annual public consultation process which we know many of you participated in. A clear recommendation fo

The ME|FM Society of BC is pleased to have partnered with the Disability Alliance of BC to prepare introductory information on applying for the Disability Tax Credit (DTC). This recording reviews eligibility criteria, helpful tips and what to expect, as well as examples for ME|FM. Also introduced is an online tool the Disability Alliance of BC developed to support completing the DTC form. The purpose of this recording is to provide introductory information for you to watch, r

For an audio version of this article, click on the red SoundCloud arrow. CityNews Vancouver ME/FM Society of BC My MLA and ME program Full article Recently, the ME/FM Society of BC was invited to participate in a local local news story from CityNews Vancouver highlighting the challenge to find care for ME in BC. This news article highlights the challenges that ME patients have in finding a knowledgeable doctor to support their care. The article also highlights the stigma e

For an audio version of this article, click on the red SoundCloud arrow. Introduction and diagnosis Symptom management and referral ME W ebinar for physicians Complex Chronic Diseases Program FAQ page In order to support you with your primary care provider, our website hosts information on Introduction and diagnosis and Symptom management and referral . This information is aimed at health care providers. Our Introduction and Diagnosis page contains links to The National