The ME Association

Supporting people with ME/CFS


The ME Association has been providing expert help since 1980. We understand the challenges faced by people with ME/CFS and Long Covid and believe that nobody should struggle alone. 

We estimate that at least 404,000 people in the UK have ME/CFS. In addition, 950,000 people unable to recover from a Covid infection could meet the diagnostic criteria for ME/CFS. This could mean that 1,350,000 adults and children in the UK are affected by ME/CFS. It represents a very real health cris...

Upcoming Events

What's coming up in the run for charity events calendar? It's never too late to join one of these great events.

Edinburgh 10K - Edinburgh Running Festival

May 23, 2026 - May 23, 2026

Potterrow, Edinburgh EH8 9BL, UK

Edinburgh 5K - Edinburgh Running Festival

May 23, 2026 - May 23, 2026

Potterrow, Edinburgh EH8 9BL, UK

Edinburgh Half Marathon - Edinburgh Running Festival

May 24, 2026 - May 24, 2026

Edinburgh EH8 9BL

Edinburgh Marathon - Edinburgh Running Festival

May 24, 2026 - May 24, 2026

Edinburgh EH8 9BL