The Sussex ME Society who care for those affected by ME or Chronic fatigue syndrome are holding a conference focusing on the treatment of the illness and current research at the Brighthelm Centre on October 6.
Local ME specialist Dr Alan Stewart will be introducing consultant neurologist Professor Leslie Findley who contributed to the World Health Organisation’s classification of ME as a neurological disorder and Dr Neil Harrison a clinical scientist from Sussex University who is carrying out a study funded by the Medical Research Council.
Actress, Jenny Seagrove, says: “The Sussex ME Society provide absolutely vital support to those people in society who suffer this debilitating and much misunderstood condition. At last research is being done into ME and also into the plasticity of the brain and nervous system, so perhaps hope will be allowed to shine its light into the darkness of some people’s lives”
ME can sometimes follow a viral infection or trauma and affects around 5,000 people across Sussex including members of the LGBT community.
ME Patron, Simon Kirby MP for Brighton Kemptown & Peacehaven, says: “As Patron of the Sussex ME Society, I welcome the upcoming conference focusing on the research and treatment of ME. This is something that I have supported for many years and I wish the organisers, medical professionals and patients all the very best for a successful event.”
For conference tickets telephone: 01273 674828
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