Japan



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Demographics
It is estimated that there are approximately 300,000 people living with ME/CFS in Japan. A 2014 ME/CFS patient survey conducted by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labor, and Welfare concluded that approximately 30% rated in the severe illness category and 35% in the moderate illness category.

Patient Groups & Charities
Japan Myalgic Encephalomyelitis Association(JMEA) CFS Support Network BAELZ Association Egaono Hanabira Atsumetai

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