The Fibromyalgia Association of Houston, Inc. is a nonprofit 501 (c)(3) organization. We are dedicated to improving the quality of life for those affected directly and indirectly with Fibromyalgia Syndrome, as well as promoting better understanding of FMS among medical and health professionals and within the community.
In a positive atmosphere, we provide free monthly patient support meetings, counseling and up-to-date literature on FMS. Our goal is to enable patients and their families to cope with the disease and take control of their lives.
FMAH is governed by a board of directors that establishes policy, oversees daily operations and business affairs. There are no paid employees. Volunteers provide staffing and administrative services, publish a quarterly newsletter, and carry out public education programs.
Board of Directors and Officers
President: Mary Harper
Vice President and Medical Director: Richard Rubin, M.D.
Vice President of Patient Education: Sheshe Giddens
Secretary and Treasurer: Gayle Moses
Director of Public Relations:
Linda Horton
Director: Suzanne Boase-Shivers
Legal Advisor: Robert Hardy
Newsletter Staff
Managing Editor: Sheshe Giddens
Graphic Designer: Sheshe Giddens
Copy Editor: M.J. Barnes
Database: Deborah Filip
FMAH Web Site
Webmaster: Sheshe Giddens
Support Services
Since many FM patients have money challenges, we offer all of our services free of charge. There are no membership dues. In a positive atmosphere, we provide free monthly patient support meetings, often with health professionals as speakers. The FMAH Information Line provides individual support by phone, and our newsletter, The Fibromyalgia Connection, is sent free to any Texas resident. Out of state patients may subscribe for $10/year.
FMAH Information Line
For more information about Fibromyalgia, call the FMAH Information Line at 713-664-0180. A volunteer will return your call. Long distance calls will be returned collect. Send correspondence to The Fibromyalgia Association of Houston, Inc., P.O. Box 541742, Houston, TX 77254-1742 or FMAHouston@yahoo.com.
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