Share Your Expression of Hope We want to hear from YOU! In preparation for our annual ME/CFS & FM awareness event, Messages of Hope, we are requesting your message/art of hope and support to fellow community members. The picture you submit will be included in our video montage at the virtual event on May 11th. Click here for […]
Topic: Navigating Role and Relationship Changes with a Caregiver Support Group Format The first 30-minutes will focus on a predetermined topic followed by a general discussion for the last half of the hour. Both of the monthly support groups are designed to include people with ME/CFS, FM, Long COVID, and co-existing conditions. We also welcome […]
Messages of Hope, BHC's annual ME/CFS and FM Awareness Day event will take place on Wed, May 11, at noon over Zoom. Bring your expression of hope and shoes to hold up during the live interactive segment of the program. The message of hope, support, and inclusion to fellow community members can be a word or […]
As part of the Long COVID and Fatiguing Illness Recovery Program ECHO, Dr. Bateman has been asked to speak as the ME/CFS expert for this session in honor of awareness day. The platform affords the unique opportunity to educate medical professionals around the country on the diagnosis and management of ME/CFS. These sessions influence the […]
Topic: Navigating Medical Disbelief and Obtaining Disability Support Group Format The first 30-minutes will focus on a predetermined topic followed by a general discussion for the last half of the hour. Both of the monthly support groups are designed to include people with ME/CFS, FM, Long COVID, and co-existing conditions. We also welcome supporters and […]
Presentation Topic: "Collision of Age and Illness. Does it Have to be a Train Wreck?" by Linda Milne Agenda - 15 to 20 minute presentation by a community participant on an illness related topic - Announce the “get to know you” question - Separate into virtual break-out rooms for introductions and discuss the “get to […]
Join Dr. Bateman, Dr. Yellman, and other BHC providers for a virtual Q&A session @ noon MT. This monthly online event is exclusively for BHC clinic participants. Don’t miss this opportunity to get face-time with your providers and recognized experts in the field of ME/CFS, FM, and Long COVID. Registration details have been sent to […]
Topic: Communicating Your Illness, Bringing Disease Awareness Forward & Educating Your Provider Support Group Format The first 30-minutes will focus on a predetermined topic followed by a general discussion for the last half of the hour. Both of the monthly support groups are designed to include people with ME/CFS, FM, Long COVID, and co-existing conditions. […]
Presentation Topic: "How I Use Technology to Get Through the Day" by Pam Shelton Agenda - 15 to 20 minute presentation by a community participant on an illness related topic - Announce the “get to know you” question - Separate into virtual break-out rooms for introductions and discuss the “get to know you” questions Advance […]
Topic: Accessing Support Resources and Finding Courage to Ask for Help Support Group Format The first 30-minutes will focus on a predetermined topic followed by a general discussion for the last half of the hour. Both of the monthly support groups are designed to include people with ME/CFS, FM, Long COVID, and co-existing conditions. We […]
Topic: Denial, Grief, Ambiguous Loss Support Group Format The first 30-minutes will focus on a predetermined topic followed by a general discussion for the last half of the hour. Both of the monthly support groups are designed to include people with ME/CFS, FM, Long COVID, and co-existing conditions. We also welcome supporters and loved ones. […]
Due to illness, the July 19th support group is CANCELED. Grief and ambiguous loss will be covered at the August 9th session. We apologize for the inconvenience and look forward to seeing you next month.
Presentation Topic: "Tips for Using Notes Applications on Android and iPhone to Simplify and Help with Brain Fog" Agenda - 15 to 20 minute presentation by a community participant on an illness related topic - Announce the “get to know you” question - Separate into virtual break-out rooms for introductions and discuss the “get to […]
Lucinda Bateman, MD, is a renowned clinician, researcher, and educator. Her Johns Hopkins University Medical School training instilled an approach to care that she has employed throughout her career - the patient comes first and the unknown or unexplained does not equate to a lack of proper and compassionate care. Since starting her own practice in 2000, she has served on six boards or committees, been the principal investigator for 45 studies, authored/coauthored 40 journal articles, served as adjunct instructor and adjunct assistant professor in the University of Utah Departments of Preventative Medicine, Internal Medicine, and Anesthesiology, and lectured around the world.