CFS/RSM demonstration 28th April 2008

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From: Suzy Chapman

RSM demonstration 28th April 2008

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Update 1

RSM demonstration 28th April 2008

Additional information and updates on this demo will

be posted at:

http://readmeukevents.wordpress.com

On 28 April the Royal Society of Medicine is holding a

conference on " Chronic fatigue syndrome " for

members of the RSM and health care professionals.

Go to http://www.rsm.ac.uk/academ/cfs.php for

Registration information, Speakers and Conference

Session details.

The RSM says:

" The aim of the meeting is to take a broad look at

chronic fatigue syndrome, examining its nature and

definition, pathophysiology, epidemiology, clinical

assessment and diagnosis, the patient perspective,

and various approaches to treatment. This is a

scientific conference and there will be an emphasis

on an evidence-based approach throughout. "

The final programme says:

" Chronic fatigue syndrome is a common and

debilitating illness which can persist for years.

Despite extensive research, the nature and

pathogenesis of the condition remain enigmatic.

There is continuing uncertainty and controversy

concerning the physical and psychological

components that may contribute to the initiation and

perpetuation of the symptoms of chronic fatigue

syndrome.

" Those attending the meeting will gain

understanding of the various aspects of CFS being

discussed, and be better able to help people

suffering from this disabling condition. The

conference is intended for all health professionals

who are involved in the assessment and treatment of

those with CFS. "

Here's the line-up of speakers:

*Professor White, Barts and the London Queen

School of Medicine and Dentistry (What is CFS?)

*Dr Cleare, Institute of Psychiatry, London

(Pathophysiology)

*Professor Simon Wessely, King's College London

(Epidemiology)

*Professor Dowrick, Liverpool (Physician's

approach)

*Professor Hotopf, Institute of Psychiatry,

London (Psychiatrist's

approach)

*Professor Baker, Leicester University (NICE

Guidelines)

*Professor Rona Moss-, University of

Southampton (CBT and GET)

*Dr Alastair , Royal Liverpool University

Hospital (What drugs can I use?

and Session chairmen:

*Dr Scadding, from the Royal Society of

Medicine

*Professor Pinching, Peninsula Medical

School, Cornwall

*Professor Mansel Aylward, Unum Provident Centre

for Disability, Cardiff

University

*Professor Kam Bhui, Department of Psychiatry,

Queen School of Medicine and

Dentistry

....more psychs than you can shake a stick at.

A peaceful demonstration will be held on the

afternoon of 28 April outside the Royal Society

of Medicine.

London based event organiser, Gus writes:

" After notifying the Met Police, we have been given

the go ahead for a demonstration outside the Royal

Society of Medicine on Monday 28th April 2008. This

will coincide with a meeting about " Chronic Fatigue

Syndrome " . The meeting will be heavily attended by

prominent people in the field of mental health.

" The demonstration will be static and will take place

at the two entrances to the RSM, Wimpole Street

and Henrietta Street between 1pm and 6pm. Go to

http://tinyurl.com/2frjzm for Location map.

" A presentation, yet to be decided on, may take

place at some point during the day and

banners/placards will be allowed. Flyers/handouts

will also be allowed.

" I have promised my liaison officer at the Met that

we will be on our best behaviour and I trust that the

day will pass peacefully.

" As organiser, I am in the process of appointing two

stewards - one for each entrance - and will be

overseeing the events for the day. "

Any enquiries can be directed to Gus

creamcrackereduk@...