On 8 August, Sheffield ME & Fibromyalgia Group (SMEFG) mark Severe ME Awareness Day, a day to remember and honour everyone who is suffering, or who has ever suffered, from severe and very severe ME. Key summary points – Severe ME Awareness Day (8 August 2026) Severe ME Awareness Day honours those living with or lost to severe ME, including Sophia Mirza, who tragically died in 2005 due to neglect and disbelief. About 25% of people with ME are severely affected, often bedbound,

Today, Tuesday 12 May is International ME/CFS and Fibromyalgia Awareness Day. A day where we come together to raise awareness for those living with ME/CFS and fibromyalgia. ME Awareness Week (11-17 May) is also observed every year in May. Sheffield ME and Fibromyalgia Group supports people with ME/CFS and fibromyalgia, their families and their carers, in South Yorkshire and North Derbyshire. We will be active on social media today and the rest of the week sharing stories fr

On August 8th, Sheffield ME & Fibromyalgia Group (SMEFG) mark Severe ME Awareness Day, a day to remember and honour everyone who is...

Today, Monday 12th May is International ME/CFS and Fibromyalgia Awareness Day. A day where we come together to raise awareness for those...