From the latest headlines to community events, keep your finger on the pulse of the Lyme world. Learn about groundbreaking research and what’s new in patient advocacy. Stay informed to make the best possible health decisions for yourself and the people you care about.
In the Media
05/07/2024
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.
In the Media
03/24/2025
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
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
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
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
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
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 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.
Advocacy
01/02/2025
Project Lyme believes in the power of community and storytelling to raise awareness about tick-borne diseases. While sharing your story can be helpful for the general public to better understand your struggle, it can also be a great way to begin the healing process. More specifically, we encourage you to leverage art to convey the deeper meaning words cannot always touch. We have compiled a gallery with several pieces of impactful artistic expression with the hope it will reach outside the community to bring understanding, and inside the community to bring hope and healing.
Education
01/01/2025
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.