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Education

07/08/2024

Florida’s Lyme Disease Is Undercounted

Melissa Bell, President of the Florida Lyme Disease Association, recently met with Florida Surgeon General Joseph A. Ladapo, MD, PhD, to discuss Lyme disease in their state. Their zoom call also included others from the Department of Health as well as Professor Kerry Clark from the University of North Florida. Here is a follow-up email Melissa sent to the Dr. Ladapo, summarizing the call. This is a highly informative resource for anyone seeking to contact their local and state health officials.

Education

06/24/2024

Tick Safety Abroad: Tips for Lyme and Tick-Borne Disease Prevention in Europe

As summer arrives, many families are planning vacations and trips. This blog highlights the importance of being aware of the different types of ticks and the diseases they can transmit when traveling abroad. By understanding these risks and taking preventive measures, you can ensure a safer and more enjoyable trip if you are traveling to Europe this summer.

Advocacy

05/24/2024

How to Be a Lyme Disease Advocate

It’s vital to keep spreading awareness and educating the public about Lyme and other tick-borne illnesses all year round. There are simple but meaningful ways that anyone can advocate for Lyme disease no matter what time of year it is. Read to learn more!

In the Media

05/07/2024

Public Service Announcement

Project Lyme is excited to announce our new public service announcements (PSAs). This multi-platform campaign spotlights patients’ firsthand experiences to educate the public about the rising threat of Lyme disease.

Education

04/12/2024

Man Plans To Hike The US’s Triple Crown, Raise Awareness About Tick-Borne Disease

Steve was an educator. For years he taught at a public highschool following the International Baccalaureate curriculum in Detroit, Michigan. He chaperoned kids on experiential learning trips and worked to get them excited about education. Now that he is retired, he has a new mission. Hike the three longest trails in the United States, educating and raising awareness of Lyme and other tick-borne diseases along the way.

In the Media

02/29/2024

Comments on Updated CDC Surveillance Protocols

As ticks spread, the US is getting closer to understanding the true extent of Lyme disease. A revised CDC reporting system led to a 70 percent increase in reported cases of Lyme disease, but experts say more can be done.

Education

02/13/2024

I Survived Being Bedridden for Three Years With Chronic Lyme Disease

Ben Ahrens is a TEDx speaker, chronic illness recovery expert, and co-founder of re-orgin.com, a brain retraining program and community. Ben has spent the last two decades as a neuroscience researcher in the health and medical field and worked alongside cutting-edge doctors and neuroscientists to decode chronic Lyme and other complex chronic conditions. He holds advanced certifications in biological medicine and is an AADP Board Certified Holistic Health Practitioner in New York.

Education

02/07/2024

Implicit Costs of Illness

Grace Burns shares her journey with the economics of having Lyme disease. Being sick can create a large financial burden on people. If you are not financially well off, even one minor bout with illness can set you back. Data shows that this problem is nationwide and needs to be address with changes to the healthcare system. Read the blog to learn more.

Education

01/25/2024

Lyme Disease and Hearing Loss

There have been many reported cases of sudden onset or progressive hearing loss as the primary or sole symptom of Lyme disease. In this resource, we will educate you on what causes symptoms manifestation, and share patient examples.