Organizations - Resources: Chronic Fatigue

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Organizations

Chronic fatigue syndrome

American Association for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome 27 N. Wacker Drive, Suite 416 Chicago, IL 60606 847-258-7248 www.aacfs.org

This organization provides information about chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia, and other causes of persistent fatigue and pain. Information about the latest therapies as well as updates on scientific studies are available on the Web site.

Chronic Fatigue and Immune Dysfunction Syndrome Association of America P.O. Box 220398 Charlotte, NC 28222 704-365-2343 www.cfids.org

This association offers information about symptoms, diagnosis, and therapies for chronic fatigue syndrome, as well as advice on insurance, workplace issues, and related legal matters. The Web site provides a reading list and a listing of support groups by state.

National Center for Infectious Diseases (Chronic Fatigue Syndrome) 1600 Clifton Road Atlanta, GA 30333 800-311-3435 (toll free) www.cdc.gov/ncidod/diseases/cfs

This Web site includes information about diagnosis and treatment, how to select and find support groups, updates on research, and summaries of peer-reviewed articles on chronic fatigue syndrome by experts in the field.

National Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Fibromyalgia Association P.O. Box 18426 Kansas City, MO 64133 816-313-2000 www.ncfsfa.org

This nonprofit organization is dedicated to helping both patients and physicians deal with chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia. Its Web site offers frequently updated links to information about diagnosis, research, treatment, and support groups.

Depression

Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance 730 N. Franklin St., Suite 501 Chicago, IL 60610 800-826-3632 (toll free) www.dbsalliance.org

This nonprofit advocacy and support organization provides information about depression, publishes brochures and newsletters for patients, and provides referrals to local support groups.

National Institute of Mental Health 6001 Executive Blvd., Room 8184, MSC 9663 Bethesda, MD 20892 866-615-6464 (toll free) www.nimh.nih.gov

The Web site of this federal agency provides up-to-date information on the symptoms of and treatments for depression, as well as links to resources and updates on depression research.

National Mental Health Association 2001 N. Beauregard St., 12th Floor Alexandria, VA 22311 800-969-6642 (toll free) www.nmha.org

This organization provides information on depression, including the latest research, as well as listings of local support groups and treatment providers.

Fibromyalgia

Fibromyalgia Network P.O. Box 31750 Tucson, AZ 85751 800-853-2929 (toll free) www.fmnetnews.com

This organization's Web site offers free patient and health care provider brochures about fibromyalgia and related disorders such as chronic fatigue syndrome. Members receive a quarterly newsletter providing updates on research, medications, coping strategies, and support groups.

National Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Fibromyalgia Association

See listing under "Chronic fatigue syndrome."

National Fibromyalgia Research Association P.O. Box 500 Salem, OR 97308 www.nfra.net

This nonprofit organization provides information about fibromyalgia, including updates on scientific research, links to patient organizations, and suggested books and other resources. This group also sponsors research and advocates on behalf of people with fibromyalgia.

Last updated:	January 23, 2007