For many years, ME/CFS has been a misunderstood and oft misdiagnosed condition. Dismissal of people with the condition as malingers or hypochondriac, having depression or other fatigue-related conditions has resulted in a culture of scepticism among the medical community, and inspired discontent to outright rejection of the medical system among patients. Poor understanding of the condition has resulted in many patients spending large amounts of money in desperation on drugs, specialists, programs and natural therapies promising much but often delivering little except frustration, disappointment and empty wallets. ME/CFS Australia provides a critical services to the community. We provide information and support to people with ME/CFS; we provide key resources and support to GP's.