Studies by federal Center for Disease Control (CDC) and others “have shown that between 1 and 4 million Americans suffer from Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS)/Fibromyalgia Syndrome (FMS).  They are seriously impaired, at least a quarter are unemployed or on disability because of CFS/FMS.  Yet, only about half have consulted a physician for their illness.  The earlier a person with CFS/FMS receives medical treatment the greater the likelihood that the illness will resolve.  Equally important, about 40% of people in the general population who report symptoms of CFS/FMS have a serious, treatable, previously unrecognized medical or psychiatric condition (such as diabetes, thyroid disease, substance abuse).  CFS/FMS is a serious illness and poses a dilemma for patients, their families, and health care providers.”  (from CDC website)

Those suffering from these syndromes meet at Overbrook to offer mutual support, encouragement, and understanding to those with the disease.  Families and friends are welcome.

Meetings are held on the third Thursday of the month at 7:00 p.m.