ccis sUPPORT ORGANISATION nz What is ME/CFS? ME (Myalgic Encephalomyelitis) or CFS (Chronic Fatigue Syndrome) , is a medical condition that affects the immune, endocrine and nervous systems, causing extreme physical and mental fatigue and other symptoms (see below). Who does ME/CFS Affect? All ages-(most common 35-55 years) All social and ethnic backgrounds 70:30 female to male ratio What causes ME/CFS? No single cause Multiple triggers and contributing factors: – Genetic predisposition – System overload (toxins, stress, etc.) Viral or … Continue reading CCIS Support Organisation NZ