A Body Worn By Fire (UK)

May 12th, 2026 World ME/CFS Day World ME/CFS Day is an annual event held on May 12th to raise global awareness and understanding of Myalgic Encephalomyelitis / Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. Key Facts: • Date: Always on May 12th. This date was chosen because it is the birthday of Florence Nightingale, who suffered from a chronic illness with many similarities to ME/CFS. • Goal: To increase public awareness, combat stigma, and advocate for more scientific research and improved medical guidelines. • Symbol: The color blue is central to the day. Worldwide, buildings are lit up in blue, and people wear blue clothing or ribbons to show their support. Why This Day Matters: For many, ME/CFS is an "invisible" illness. The day is used to highlight the massive impact on daily life, including the hallmark symptom Post-Exertional Malaise (PEM), where symptoms worsen after even minimal exertion. Patients and their organizations around the world dedicate themselves on May 12 to raising awareness of the disease. #MillionsMissing2026 #FrailandFurious #MillionsMissing #pwME, #MyalgicEncephalomyelitis #MillionsMore #NietHersteld #TeachMETreatME #NotRecovered #ME #PAIS #MEAction #LC #Lyme #Qkoorts #pwME #MECVS