Mr. Speaker, I rise on ME Day to acknowledge the thousands of Canadians inflicted with chronic fatigue immune dysfunction syndrome.
Chronic fatigue syndrome sufferers have otherwise unexplained relapsing fatigue that is not the result of ongoing exertion. People with chronic fatigue see a decrease in their occupational, social, educational and personal activities. Anyone can be inflicted with this disease, men and women, seniors and children. I want to recognize their courage in trying to cope and carry on under very difficult conditions.
I also commend the many volunteers and support people who help their fellow Canadians. Colleagues' support is welcome. The ME Association of Canada has more than 3,000 members and more than 130 ME-CFS support groups across Canada.
Have courage, my fellow Canadians, we solve this debilitating riddle soon.