AMWA Unrest Understanding Myalgic Encephalomyelitis and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

Tuesday, October 16, 2018, 12:00 AM - Saturday, October 16, 2021, 1:00 AM

Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME), commonly called "Chronic Fatigue Syndrome," is a systemic neuroimmune condition characterized by post-exertional malaise (a reduction in functioning and a severe worsening of symptoms after even minimal exertion). It causes dysregulation of  the immune, nervous, and energy metabolism systems. The effects of ME are devastating enough to leave 25% of patients housebound or bed bound.

Jennifer Brea's Sundance award-winning documentary, Unrest, is a personal journey from patient to advocate to storyteller. Jennifer is twenty-eight years-old, working on her PhD at Harvard, and months away from marrying the love of her life when a mysterious fever leaves her bedridden. When doctors tell her it's "all in her head," she picks up her camera as an act of defiance and brings us into a hidden world of millions that medicine abandoned.

Launch Date: 10/16/2018

Expiration Date: 10/16/2021

1. Recognize the range of presentations of myalgic encephalomyelitis; and
2. Discuss the stigma associated with diseases like myalgic encephalomyelitis.

To view the online film, click here: https://www.unrest.film/cme

How to obtain continuing education credits after viewing the film:

1. Sign in or create a new account by clicking "Sign In" in top left corner. *If you previously participated in a CME activity accredited by IU but do not know your password, please enter your email address and click on the 'Forget Your Password' button. Your password will be emailed to you.
2. Click the Content & Tests tile and select Test button to complete the online test. You must receive at least a 50%.
3. Click the MyCME button and click the Evaluations and Certificates tile
4. Choose the Type of Credit, complete the CME Evaluation, and click Submit
5. On the Evaluations and Certificates page, click Download Certificate
   
   

Accreditation Statement

In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by Indiana University School of Medicine and American Medical Women's Association. Indiana University School of Medicine is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

Nurses
Indiana University School of Medicine designates this activity for a maximum of 2.0 ANCC contact hours. Nurses should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of heir participation in the activity.

Physicians
Indiana University School of Medicine designates this enduring activity for a maximum of 2.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Social Workers
Indiana University School of Medicine has been approved by the Indiana Social Worker, Marriage and Family Therapist and Mental Health Counselor Board to provide Category I Continuing Education program.  This activity qualifies for 2.0 Category I CEU as outlined by the Indiana Behavioral Health and Human Services Licensing Board.

For questions about accessibility or to request accommodations please contact the IUSM CME office at 317-274-0104 or [email protected]. One week advance notice will allow us to provide seamless access. Please ensure to specify the accommodations you need in order to participate.

AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (2.00 hours), ANCC Contact Hours (2.00 hours), Non-Physician Attendance (2.00 hours), Social Work Category I CEU (2.00 hours)

In accordance with the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) Standards for Commercial Support, educational programs sponsored by the Indiana University School of Medicine must demonstrate balance, independence, objectivity, and scientific rigor.

To view any relevant financial relationships with ACCME-defined commercial interests for anyone who was in control of the content of this activity, please click the names below.  All conflicts were resolved in accordance with ACCME.