The mystery of chronic fatigue syndrome

Long dismissed as a psychiatric ailment, chronic fatigue syndrome is now believed to have a biological basis. Midmorning looks at the newest research into this mysterious illness, and the toll it takes on those who suffer from it.

Guests

• William Reeves, MD: Principal investigator of chronic fatigue syndrome for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
• Alan Kind, MD: Retired physician who formerly worked with Park Nicollet clinic.
• Laura Hillenbrand: Author of "Seabiscuit: An American Legend." She has suffered from chronic fatigue syndrome since she was 19.

Resources

• Chronic fatigue syndrome
• CFIDS Association of America
• Laura Hillenbrand: A Sudden Illness - How My Life Changed