On the occasion of World Fibromyalgia Day, the Fibromyalgies.fr antenna in Fontenay-le-Comte, in Vendée, invites two events. “Join us to better understand this invisible disease and support those who suffer from it daily ,
Anne-Rose Chaigneau, the president.
A conference on fibromyalgia, entitled Understanding, acting, relieving, will be led by Lionel Duvelchain, algologist doctor at the anti-couper center of Fontenay-le-Comte, a nurse and a psychologist. It will take place Monday, May 12, at 6 p.m., in the Saint-Médard room. Free and open to all people aware of fibromyalgia: patients, relatives, nursing staff.
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“This conference aims to shed light on this complex disease, its symptoms, existing treatments and alternatives to improve the lives of patients”, Indicates Anne-Rose Chaigneau.
-A solidarity march
Then, Sunday, May 18, a Solidaire Solidarity walk is organized to support people with fibromyalgia and invisible disabilities. “The departure will be given at 3 p.m. in front of the town hall of Fontenay-le-Comte. We will go to the Sports plain. A walk at your own pace: you choose the distance that suits you, with breaks to exchange and share a friendly moment. »»
At the end of the walk, drinks and brioches will be offered to extend the meeting with ease.
