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Cambridgeshire and Peterborough ME/CFS Team

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This specialist service is for children living in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough. A referral is needed.

Contact us

You can contact our service Monday to Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm.

Myalgic Encephalopathy Myelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS) is a long term illness with a wide range of symptoms. The main symptom of ME/CFS is extreme tiredness that remains after resting. ME/CFS is diagnosed by ruling out other causes of fatigue and understanding the symptoms.

Welcome to our service

Our team is made up of a variety of NHS staff with specific training and qualifications to support the health needs of children and young people with Myalgic Encephalomyelitis or Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS). In our team we have an Administrator, Occupational Therapists, Paediatrician and Physiotherapists.

Professionals - referral forms and guidance

A referral is needed from a medical professional. Referrals for the Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Chronic Fatigue Team must be sent to:

Dr David Vickers

ME/CFS Team for Children & Young People

The Peacock Centre

Brookfields Campus

351 Mill Road

Cambridge

CB1 3DF


It can be difficult for children and young people with ME/CFS to attend school in a typical way. They can often have difficulties with:

  • attending a full day of school
  • concentrating during lessons
  • working at the same speed as their peers
  • the classroom environment

Contact us at CCS-TR.therapyreferrals@nhs.net for information and advice to help understand the best way to support students with ME/CFS.

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