We are pleased to share with you several websites that we have found helpful.

Internet information may not be reviewed nor censured, so the authenticity is always questionable. Extremely reliable sites are marked by an asterix (*) below.

CFS Facts (CDC)*

This site is an excellent source of general information on CFS as well as programs supported by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention. The CDC monitors and studies diseases that occur in the USA.
http://www.cdc.gov/cfs/

National Library of Medicine*

This link will connect you to the National Library of Medicine, and a program to look up scientific articles at no charge.
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/

CFS Facts (NLM)*

This site is a compilation of articles on CFS, summaries, and interactive tutorials, provided by the National Library of Medicine in Bethesda, MD.
http://tinyurl.com/medlineplus-cfs

FM Facts (NLM)*

This site is a compilation of articles on FM, summaries, and interactive tutorials, provided by the National Library of Medicine in Bethesda, MD.
http://tinyurl.com/medlineplus-fm

National Institute of Arthritis & Musculoskeletal & Skin Diseases*

The NIAMS is a division (or institute) of the NIH, and is responsible for studies on FM.
http://www.niams.nih.gov/

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)*

The CDC is responsible for monitoring and studying diseases that occur in the USA.
http://www.cdc.gov/ncidod/diseases/cfs/

US Social Security Administration*

These links will provide general information about Social Security, as well as more specific information on obtaining Social Security Disability.
http://www.ssa.gov
http://www.disability.gov

Solve ME/CFS Initiative

The Solve ME/CFS Initiative (SMCI) has been the leading organization focused on myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME), commonly referred to as chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), since being founded in 1987. SMCI envisions a world free of ME/CFS and works steadfastly to make this disease understood, diagnosable, and treatable. SMCI seeks to actively engage the entire ME/CFS community
htps://solvecfs.org

International Association for CFS/ME

The IACFS/ME is an international organization of professionals interested in studying both CFS and FM. The IACFS presents annual update meetings for patients, and a biennial international symposium.
http://www.iacfsme.org

CFIDS Self Help Site

Dr. Bruce Campbell was an educator with the Stanford chronic illness project when he was struck with CFS/ME in 1997. By following a Stepwise Approach, journaling, and slowly but steadily increasing his activity level, Campbell was able to recover from his illness within 5 years. He has now produced a book (with a forward written by Dr. Lapp) and supervises a 6 week internet-based self improvement course. This course is highly recommended! For details go to www.cfidsselfhelp.org.

CFS/FM Self Help Site

Not everyone can attend the Hunter-Hopkins Center. This website was designed by Dr. Lapp and Dr. Campbell to provide individualized, step-by-step online program for managing your CFS/ME and FM. www.treatcfsfm.org.

CFS in Kids

Privately sponsored by the Nemours Foundation, this site provides tips on coping with chronic illness in kids, specifically CFS/ME and FM.
http://kidshealth.org/parent/system/ill/cfs.html

Gulf War Resource Center (non-governmental association)

The National Gulf War Resource Center is an international coalition of advocates and organizations providing a resource for information, support, and referrals for all those concerned with the complexities of Persian Gulf War issues, especially Gulf War illnesses.
http://www.ngwrc.org

Chemical sensitivities

A North Carolina website that promotes awareness of Multiple Chemical Sensitivities, and provides exceptional information and resources.
http://www.ncchem.com/

Food Allergies and Anaphylaxis Network

This site promotes awareness of food allergies, and provides resources for dealing with this difficult problem.
http://www.foodallergy.org

NC Health Info (UNC Health Sciences Library)

This comprehensive site provides links for health topics, drug information and a medical encyclopedia. North Carolina residents can also search for health care providers, facilities, special programs, and services.
http://www.nchealthinfo.org

About.com

This commercial medical education site provides fairly reliable information on breaking topics in CFS/ME and FM, as well as essentials, resources, and an archive of past articles.
http://chronicfatigue.about.com/

CFS Knowledge Center

This site was created in 2008 by Dr. Herb Hyman (a longstanding advocate of CFS/ME) and Dan Moricoli (a PWC), to provide a reliable, helpful resource center for those with CFS/ME.
http://www.cfsknowledgecenter.com/

WebMD

This AMA-sponsored commercial site provides trustworthy, credible, and timely health information.
http://webMD.com