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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.

In the Media

01/24/2024

Lyme Patient in quarterfinals of The Greatest Baker competition

Alana Stamper's health struggles as a result of Lyme disease inspired her to change up her baking style to be 100% gluten-free, non-GMO and allergen friendly. Now, she's a quarterfinalist in a national baking competition -- The Greatest Baker. Learn more about Alana's story, and special recipes in this blog!

Education

01/11/2024

10B APPROACH: Core Principles for Healing TBD

This document is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice. The statements made have not been evaluated by the FDA. The products listed are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. The creator of this protocol is Dr. Myriah Hinchey, a Connecticut-licensed naturopathic physician that has been specializing in the natural treatment of Lyme disease to successfully find a resolution to her patients' tick borne illnesses for the last ten years. She is the founder of LYMECORE BOTANICALS and Tao Vitality.

Education

01/09/2024

Gastrointestinal Symptoms of Lyme Disease

Lyme disease and associated tick borne infections such as Bartonella and Babesia can directly affect your gastrointestinal tract. Roughly 80% of the immune system is located around your digestive tract, so if you experience symptoms there will be a larger than usual immune response. This blog will serve to educate on the range of gastrointestinal symptoms from tick-borne diseases and their co-infections.

Education

12/14/2023

Project Lyme Impact Report 2018-2023

Since 2018, Project Lyme's mission has been to eradicate the epidemic of tick-borne diseases through awareness and education, support of cutting-edge science, and advocacy for solutions to end the suffering.