Long Covid and ME/CFS: Research
Lords · Question HL454 · Tabled 29 Jul 2024 · Department of Health and Social Care · Official record
Answered 6 Aug 2024
Question
Asked by Baroness Scott of Needham Market
To ask His Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of the percentage of the research budget allocated for myalgic encephalomyelitis and Long Covid, and whether they plan to increase this amount.
Answer
Answered by Baroness Merron, 6 Aug 2024
A consultation was run in 2023 on the interim delivery plan for myalgic encephalomyelitis, also known as chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS). In the World ME Day Westminster Hall debate in May 2024, the current Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Pub...