Christmas fair in Dorchester to fund DVD for ME sufferers

2:30pm Friday 25th November 2011

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a GROUP is hoping to raise enough money to fund a DVD to help ME sufferers by holding a Christmas craft fair tomorrow.

Myalgic encephalomyelitis, or ME, is characterised by a range of neurological symptoms and signs such as muscle pain with intense physical or mental exhaustion.

The Dorset group wants to provide support for ME sufferers through a DVD of advice.

Trustee and link group member Helen Smith watched her 18-year-old daughter battle the condition when she started university.

She said: “Gradually it started to lift, we don’t know why. But she was lucky.”

Mrs Smith added: “ME is one of the forgotten illnesses.”

The DVD will feature interviews with doctors and occupational therapists providing information and a positive message.

To raise funds for the project, a Christmas craft fair is being held tomorrow at the United Church, South Street, Dorchester from 10am to 4pm.

There will be stalls including jewellery, cards, teddy bears and toys.

For details contact Dorset ME Support Group on 01305 777670.

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