Image/table above is from this research study Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS) is a debilitating chronic neurological disease affecting an estimated 1.25 million people in the UK. Characterised by post-exertional malaise (a worsening of symptoms after even minimal activity), unrefreshing …
Since the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions Liz Kendall made her statement on Welfare Reform, the disabled community and their representative organisations are trying to fathom what the welfare reform and disability cuts will mean for those who …
Blog post from Sally Callow, MD of Stripy Lightbulb CIC. This was an article that was originally posted on my LinkedIN page in 2018, when Stripy Lightbulb CIC first launched. I re-posted it earlier this week as it struck me …
Two things happened yesterday: Prime Minister Starmer gave a speech on the future of AI and the limitless possibilities it will bring. The Bateman Horne Centre’s research paper ‘COVID-19 Triggers ME/CFS‘ popped up on our news feed. This blog will …
Firstly, Happy New Year! This coming year can’t be as bad as the past 5….can it?! I’m hopeful and will be working to make sure 2025 ends up being a positive year by seeing our work as building blocks. I …
At the start of October 2024, we saw initial Government messaging about their plan to get chronically sick people ‘back to work’ and we identified a few red flags. We hoped that by pre-empting the White Paper we would be …
Today, on Social Enterprise Day 2024, we’re proud to shine a light on the vital work we do at Stripy Lightbulb CIC. As a registered Community Interest Company, we exist to benefit the M.E./C.F.S. (Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome) community, striving …
We are thrilled to announce that Stripy Lightbulb CIC, a member of Social Enterprise UK since 2018, is now a verified ‘People and Planet First’ social enterprise! Joining this global movement signifies our commitment to driving meaningful social change, something …
Join us for an insightful and important discussion on the challenges faced by those with Severe M.E., particularly their exclusion from healthcare services. This event marks BED for Severe M.E., a collaborative initiative with ME Foggy Dog, aiming to shed …
In an increasingly complex world, educating professionals with a duty of care—such as those in healthcare, education, and employment—has never been more critical. These individuals are on the front lines, responsible for the wellbeing of others, and their actions can …
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