FACT Sheets
FACT Sheets provide clear, concise, and reliable information about fibromyalgia to help people with fibromyalgia, caregivers and healthcare professionals better understand fibromyalgia. These resources cover a wide range of topics and are designed to support informed decision-making and improve quality of life.
Fibromyalgia Assocation Canada creates fact sheets on various topics to assist both patients and health care professionals get quick information on important subject matter.
These Fact Sheets are researched and contributed to by professionals and can be downloaded by clicking on the image and visiting the download page for the sheet.
Fact Sheet – Fibromyalgia Guide for Employees
If you’ve been diagnosed with fibromyalgia, you understand the symptoms can have an impact
on your ability to function at work. You may find that as your symptoms worsen—pain, brain fog,
fatigue—your work performance starts to suffer. This could lead to more mistakes or difficulty keeping up with tasks. Because of this, you may need time off or accommodations in order to
keep working.
As an employee, you might not know all the options available to you to support you while you continue to earn a
living and pay your bills. Here is a list of ideas to help you keep the lights on.
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Fact Sheet – Supporting Employees with Fibromyalgia: A Guide for Canadian Employers
Employers looking for ideas to accommodate their team members with fibromyalgia can download this helpful guide.
Fact Sheet on Herbal and Other Natural Products
In Canada, products such as herbal remedies, vitamins, minerals, homeopathic medicines, traditional medicines (like traditional Chinese and Ayurvedic medicines), probiotics, and other items like amino acids and essential fatty acids are categorized as natural health products (NHPs).
Fact Sheet – Cymbalta™ or its Generic Duloxetine
Learn about Cymbalta™ (generic name Duloxetine) for use with fibromyalgia with our Fact Sheet.
Fact Sheet – Low Dose Naltrexone
Low-Dose Naltrexone (LDN) is an emerging treatment option that has gained growing interest among researchers and clinicians working with people living with fibromyalgia.
Fact Sheet – Traditional Medications Used to Treat Fibromyalgia
All new drugs are reviewed by Health Canada before they appear on the market in Canada. They are assessed for their safety, efficacy and quality. Drug products are available by prescription or
non-prescription.
Fact Sheet – Fibromyalgia in Children and Youth
Get the facts about fibromyalgia in children and youth with this informative fact sheet. Learn how fibromyalgia affects young people, including common symptoms, diagnosis challenges, and treatment options. This resource supports families, educators, and healthcare providers in understanding and managing pediatric fibromyalgia.
Fact Sheet – for Patients and Families
This fact sheet on fibromyalgia offers clear, reliable information for patients and families. Learn about common symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment approaches to help manage daily challenges. Empower yourself or your loved one with practical tips and support for living well with fibromyalgia.
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