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France Reclassifies Chronic Fatigue as Medical Condition | France News
France’s Ameli health insurance has officially reclassified chronic fatigue as a biological disease—not a psychiatric condition—marking a major victory for patients after a surge in cases, now estimated at 700,000 to 1 million. The new definition highlights debilitating exhaustion and post-exertional malaise, rejecting the outdated “psychologization” that delayed diagnosis. Advocates celebrate the shift, though reimbursement remains unchanged at 70% for GP visits. This move brings France in line with the UK and US, offering hope for broader recognition and better support for those living with…
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