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Since August of 2006 an exhibit entitled “The Faces of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome” has traveled across the U.S. It began its journey around the country in Minneapolis, Minn., and now will be on display from March 9 to 15 at the Meadowood Mall in Reno.
Already more than 6 million people have viewed the exhibit at cultural centers, malls, museums, libraries and many other locations. The purpose of the exhibit is to bring awareness to Chronic Fatigue Syndrome.
More than 4 million Americans suffer from CFS but less than 20 percent have been diagnosed. This campaign is to educate the public about this disease and provide health care professionals with information about diagnosis and treatment. With its theme, “Get informed. Get diagnosed. Get help,” the campaign wants to help Americans learn to recognize the symptoms of CFS and seek medical care if they think they or a family member may be suffering from CFS.
The exhibit features huge full color portraits of eight patients with CFS and also two CFS experts. It includes information about each person’s journey with CFS and how it has affected their lives. Brochures will also be available with information about CFS symptoms and treatment.
Learn more about the exhibit at www.cfids.org.
Three “Faces of Chronic Fatigue” from the exhibit.
Rich Carson, an entrepreneur from California: “Rich is dedicated to serving people with CFS and other chronic illnesses. Information is the primary weapon in his fight against a disease that’s stolen so much from more than 4 million Americans.”
Brian Bernard, a scholar-athlete: “At age 12, Brian just wants to be a normal kid. But CFS has taken a toll. Once a gifted soccer player and academic achiever, just getting to class is a challenge now.”
Adrianne Ryan, a CFS survivor: “After six years of illness, Adrianne is largely recovered. Still gripped by the memory of those nightmare years, she does everything possible to remain healthy.”
What is CFS?
Chronic fatigue syndrome is an invisible illness that is hard to diagnose because it can resemble other illnesses such as mononucleosis, lupus, fibromyalgia, chronic Lyme disease and multiple sclerosis. It is characterized by profound, debilitating fatigue that lasts at least six months. The fatigue does not improve with rest and may actually get worse with physical or mental activities.
Some CFS facts
• It occurs four times more frequently in women than in men. But both sexes can develop CFS.
• Occurs most often in people aged 40-59.
• More common in adults.
• Occurs in all ethnic groups and races and in countries around the world. CFS in the United States is just as common in African Americans and Hispanics as in Caucasians.
• There is evidence that it is more common in lower-income levels than in affluent levels.
• No evidence that it is contagious. However because sometimes members of the same family develop CFS there may be a familial predisposition or a genetic link but more research is needed in order to determine this.
Identifying CFS
• Incapacitating fatigue (profound exhaustion and extremely poor stamina)
• Sleep difficulties
• Problems with concentration
• Problems with short-term memory
• Accompanied by flu-like symptoms, pain in the joints and muscles, tender lymph nodes, sore throat and headaches.
• A worsening of symptoms following physical or mental exertion that can require an extended recovery time.
If you go
What: “The Faces of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome” A traveling photo exhibit about Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Why: It is part of a national public awareness campaign
Where: Meadowood Mall, 5000 Meadowood Mall Circle, Reno. Near the JCPenney seating area in the mall.
When: Monday, March 9 through Sunday, March 15
Hours: 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday.
For more information about CFS: www.cfids.org
Already more than 6 million people have viewed the exhibit at cultural centers, malls, museums, libraries and many other locations. The purpose of the exhibit is to bring awareness to Chronic Fatigue Syndrome.
More than 4 million Americans suffer from CFS but less than 20 percent have been diagnosed. This campaign is to educate the public about this disease and provide health care professionals with information about diagnosis and treatment. With its theme, “Get informed. Get diagnosed. Get help,” the campaign wants to help Americans learn to recognize the symptoms of CFS and seek medical care if they think they or a family member may be suffering from CFS.
The exhibit features huge full color portraits of eight patients with CFS and also two CFS experts. It includes information about each person’s journey with CFS and how it has affected their lives. Brochures will also be available with information about CFS symptoms and treatment.
Learn more about the exhibit at www.cfids.org.
Three “Faces of Chronic Fatigue” from the exhibit.
Rich Carson, an entrepreneur from California: “Rich is dedicated to serving people with CFS and other chronic illnesses. Information is the primary weapon in his fight against a disease that’s stolen so much from more than 4 million Americans.”
Brian Bernard, a scholar-athlete: “At age 12, Brian just wants to be a normal kid. But CFS has taken a toll. Once a gifted soccer player and academic achiever, just getting to class is a challenge now.”
Adrianne Ryan, a CFS survivor: “After six years of illness, Adrianne is largely recovered. Still gripped by the memory of those nightmare years, she does everything possible to remain healthy.”
What is CFS?
Chronic fatigue syndrome is an invisible illness that is hard to diagnose because it can resemble other illnesses such as mononucleosis, lupus, fibromyalgia, chronic Lyme disease and multiple sclerosis. It is characterized by profound, debilitating fatigue that lasts at least six months. The fatigue does not improve with rest and may actually get worse with physical or mental activities.
Some CFS facts
• It occurs four times more frequently in women than in men. But both sexes can develop CFS.
• Occurs most often in people aged 40-59.
• More common in adults.
• Occurs in all ethnic groups and races and in countries around the world. CFS in the United States is just as common in African Americans and Hispanics as in Caucasians.
• There is evidence that it is more common in lower-income levels than in affluent levels.
• No evidence that it is contagious. However because sometimes members of the same family develop CFS there may be a familial predisposition or a genetic link but more research is needed in order to determine this.
Identifying CFS
• Incapacitating fatigue (profound exhaustion and extremely poor stamina)
• Sleep difficulties
• Problems with concentration
• Problems with short-term memory
• Accompanied by flu-like symptoms, pain in the joints and muscles, tender lymph nodes, sore throat and headaches.
• A worsening of symptoms following physical or mental exertion that can require an extended recovery time.
If you go
What: “The Faces of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome” A traveling photo exhibit about Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Why: It is part of a national public awareness campaign
Where: Meadowood Mall, 5000 Meadowood Mall Circle, Reno. Near the JCPenney seating area in the mall.
When: Monday, March 9 through Sunday, March 15
Hours: 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday.
For more information about CFS: www.cfids.org
