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.
Education
02/13/2023
Art is a critical storytelling device. Patients can use art to share experiences in a unique way, opening a door to understanding for non-patients. Jiatong Lu, a fine artist based in New York City, has accomplished that with her project “Nowhere Land”. She uses photography to capture the realities of Lyme disease and is sharing them to raise awareness.
Education
01/04/2023
Whole-body hyperthermia is a medically induced state used to treat Lyme disease. This article serves to answer questions from our patient community about this therapy. This article does not serve as an endorsement. You should always consult with a medical professional before moving forward with a new treatment.
Education
12/08/2022
Dapsone is a sulfur-based drug originally used to treat leprosy. Its anti-inflammatory qualities and ability to attack persister cells make it a good option for treating persistent Lyme disease.
Education
11/30/2022
A low-histamine diet has benefits for many people, given its reliance on fresh, natural foods. However, it also directly applies to tick-borne disease patients suffering from Borrelia burgdorferi and other co-infections. Read this article to learn more about the benefits of this diet.
Education
11/23/2022
Supportive Oligonucleotide Therapy (SOT) for Lyme Disease is a cutting-edge treatment for infections, including Borrelia Burgdorferi. This article serves to educate and help you decide if it may be right for you.
Advocacy
11/16/2022
Deborah Findley’s son, Andrew, grew up with serious health problems, including autism, Lyme disease, and other conditions. When he turned 18, Deb and her husband attempted to get a conservatorship, but to their surprise, California’s Department of Developmental Services filed a competing request.
Advocacy
10/28/2022
Mindy White is an independent singer/songwriter from Nashville, TN. She suffers from Chronic Lyme Disease and loves finding inspirational stories of others persevering through their illnesses to do what brings them joy. She has lived with CLD for 5 years now, which has brought on a slew of other illnesses including POTS, Fibromyalgia, Neuropathy, and Hypothyroidism. Prior to that, she was a successful recording and full-time touring artist.
Advocacy
09/28/2022
Project Lyme is sponsoring a video contest to provide patients with a platform to tell the world about Lyme disease. The theme is “day in the life”. You are encouraged to share how Lyme disease impacts your everyday life in a 15-30 second video that could be featured in our online campaign, with winning videos decided via a vote on our Instagram page. The top-voted submissions will receive a prize.
In the Media
09/21/2022
Harvard conducted an online survey to gauge what the public does and does not know about Lyme disease and ways to prevent it, also asking questions to see whether they act on that knowledge. They received 4,099 responses.