Reducing Your Risk of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS)

by Amy Scholten, MPH

There are no guidelines for preventing CFS. Research is under way for a better understanding of CFS and ways to prevent it. However, it is sensible to eat a balanced diet and exercise regularly.

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Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website. Available at: http://www.cdc.gov/cfs/management/index.html . Updated May 16, 2012. Accessed December 28, 2012.

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Last reviewed November 2012 by Michael Woods, MD
Last Updated: 11/26/2012

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