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Myalgic encephalomyelitis patients from seven countries sent recordings of themselves singing the chorus of "Blowin' in the Wind" so that another patient could produce a parody of the song. Hear our (yes, I'm one of the singers) protest against flawed theories and research and insufficient funding and understanding of ME. Thanks to all who participated. Here's to the power of music! Darla Nagel is an editor and writing tutor who has an invisible chronic illness. She wants to help other patients and enlighten health care professionals about our experiences. If you’d like to be alerted whenever she writes a new post, sign up by emailing darla.nagel@gmail.com.
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One ME activist has turned to libraries to spread ME awareness. Cindy Downey has donated copies of the award-winning documentary Unrest, and in this article I wrote for #MEAction, she shares her advice for donating. Thanks, Cindy, for inspiring me to donate a copy of Unrest locally!
Patients with myalgic encephalomyelitis are more than tired (or worse, sleepy). The unfortunate name chronic fatigue syndrome has misled doctors, researchers, and the public for too long. I never use the word tired to describe what I'm feeling. I say exhausted or if I'm feeling poetic, like I'm unplugged or like I slammed into a brick wall. Dr. Zaher Nahle, who unfortunately has left his position at Solve ME/CFS Initiative, understood this:  Darla Nagel is an editor and writing tutor who has an invisible chronic illness. She wants to help other patients and enlighten health care professionals about our experiences. If you’d like to be alerted whenever she writes a new post, sign up by emailing darla.nagel@gmail.com.
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