Advocacy
05/01/2025
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Advocacy
05/01/2025
From the Desk of Ali Moresco
In the Media
03/24/2025
Lyme-A-Palooza raises awareness and funds for Lyme disease in SC
Sarah Bolden organized Lyme-A-Palooza in partnership with Project Lyme, a nonprofit dedicated to eradicating tick-borne diseases through awareness and education. Lyme-A-Palooza debuted in Mount Pleasant on Saturday outside at Mainland Container Co. Kitchen and Bar. The inaugural event featured live music, food, vendors, and educational booths.
Advocacy
03/19/2025
Striking Out Lyme: A Pitcher’s Mission to Raise Awareness
Growing up in Ocala, Florida, Kolten started playing baseball when he was just five years old and never looked back. But beyond baseball, there’s another battle that has deeply affected his family—one that has nothing to do with sports and everything to do with health. Kolten’s mom, Bonnie, has been fighting Lyme disease since he was in middle school. Before she got sick, neither of them had even heard of Lyme disease. That all changed when she started experiencing severe symptoms that no one could seem to explain.
Advocacy
03/11/2025
Turning Pain into Purpose: How Project Lyme’s Emerging Leaders Fight for Survival and Hope
In a recent episode of the Love, Hope, Lyme podcast, Ashley Baker and Maria Johnson, members of the Emerging Leaders Board for Project Lyme, discuss their personal battles with Lyme disease and their roles in advocacy. Their stories not only highlight the harsh realities of living with Lyme but also offer hope and guidance for others on similar paths.
Advocacy
02/27/2025
Lyme Advocates Join Together To Request Federal Funds
The 5th annual Lyme Fly-In was held on Wednesday, February 19th. Project Lyme recaps the event by outlining funding requests, as well as sharing quips from congressional reps, staffers, and the events organizers.
Education
02/24/2025
Understanding the Relationship Between Dysautonomia and Lyme Disease
Dysautonomia, particularly Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS), has been increasingly recognized as a potential complication of Lyme disease and other Vector-borne infections. While research in this area is still emerging, there is growing evidence of a significant overlap between these conditions.
Education
01/13/2025
Exploring the Overlap Between Dysautonomia and Lyme Disease
In this article we will focus on the relationship between Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS) and Lyme disease can significantly affect quality of life. In clinical practice, symptoms overlap between the two, leading to diagnostic challenges and questions about their potential connection.
Education
01/09/2025
Ticks: Debunking Common Myths and Misconceptions
Ticks are among the most misunderstood creatures in the natural world. Their small size and reputation for carrying diseases have made them the subject of numerous myths and misconceptions. Understanding the truth about ticks is essential for staying safe while enjoying the outdoors. In this article, we will dispel some of the most common myths surrounding these tiny arachnids.