AT this time of year, many young people will be learning to cope with living away from home for the first time. This exciting, yet challenging time is made all the more difficult for those new students who are among the estimated 250,000 people in the UK who have the debilitating and often devastating neurological illness Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME).

Action for ME is the leading UK charity for people affected by ME and our online Student Hub offers support, advice and useful information for both new and returning students and young people hoping to start courses next year.

Topics include symptoms and study, living away from home, possible additional financial support, avoiding isolation and networking with other people with ME. Check it out at the website http://www.actionforme.org.uk/student-hub">www.actionforme.org.uk/student-hub

It is also essential reading for anxious parents.

Sonya Chowdhury

Chief Executive

Action for ME