Welcome to the MEAction Florida group! We’ve been an active and growing group for a little over two years, with upwards of 200 members. We are here for support and advocacy alike.

For new members: please know that we are one of the few lucky states to have a ME/cfs specialist right in our backyard: the Institute of Neuroimmune Medicine (INIM) in Davie, ran by Dr. Nancy Klimas. Unfortunately, it is hard to get on their waiting list. In fact, one of our major advocacy efforts will be to find the funding necessary to open an additional facility to support our Florida’s needs.

A note from Laura Bucholtz, the Florida State Chair: “I am a graphic designer living in Sarasota with  my son and husband. My husband has had moderate ME/cfs since 2013. When I finally understood what this disease really was (by stumbling upon Jen Brea’s TedTalk!), I happily took the reigns for action in Florida. I love this group. It makes me feel less isolated just knowing you all are here. I gladly dedicate all my extra band-width to figuring out how to make Florida a better place for patients with ME/cfs. I just wish I didn’t have to work for a living! No matter your level of involvement, I’m so happy you’re here! I hope you find some support in the group, as well as great ways to advocate for health equality for ME/cfs. There is strength in numbers! Welcome to the group!”