Reframing Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS): Biological Basis of Disease and Recommendations for Supporting Patients
ABSTRACT: (full article available at above link)
NJME/CFSA (the New Jersey Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Association) announces the publication of the above-entitled article in the journal Healthcare. Originally written by medical student Priya Agarwal (Robert Wood Johnson Medical School Class of 2027) and submitted to NJME/CFSA’s 2024-2025 Medical Scholarship Program, the essay won first place. In accordance with the terms of the scholarship offering, the essay was modified for publication.
NJME/CFSA hopes to achieve three goals by publishing this article in a peer-reviewed, citation-indexed journal:
- The article, which identifies the current pathophysiological findings underlying ME/CFS and suggests methods for both medical and supportive care, is of value to healthcare providers unfamiliar with ME/CFS as it serves as a brief introduction to the services the healthcare provider can offer ME/CFS patients.
- The article is of value for patients attempting to explain to their healthcare providers what their care should entail. This article is free to access, can be downloaded and printed, and taken to the provider, to assist that provider’s determination in his/her ability to provide that patient with care.
- For organizations wishing to increase ME/CFS education and/or patient care for their members, Reframing Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS)demonstrates the ability of a patient support organization to increase ME/CFS knowledge among students of the healthcare professions despite the sparse coverage of ME/CFS in the curricula of schools of the healthcare professions.