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September 2019
Wendy Adams speaking on Lyme disease, Carmel, California
Why is Lyme such a polarizing topic? Why are tick-borne diseases on the rise? Why are tick-borne pathogens so difficult to diagnose and treat? And why aren’t we doing more to combat these insidious threats to human health? In this talk, Wendy Adams, research grant director at Bay Area Lyme Foundation, will address these questions, bringing her considerable insight and expertise to bear on an increasingly complex and controversial medical topic. Wendy will be joined by Pebble Beach resident Liz…
Find out more »October 2019
“Talking Ticks” panel discussion, Williamstown, Massachusetts
An award-winning author of a groundbreaking book on Lyme disease will join a medical expert and an outspoken Lyme patient in an evening of “tick talk.” It takes place Wed., Oct. 2, at Milne Public Library, in Williamstown, Massachusetts, from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Panelists include: — Mary Beth Pfeiffer, award-winning investigative and author of the book: “Lyme: The First Epidemic of Climate Change.” — Dr. Korey DiRoma, N.D., of the Stram Center for Integrative Medicine, in Bennington, Vt.…
Find out more »Lyme and TBD Conference, Newton, New Jersey
The Sussex County Community College Performing Arts Center will be the scene for the NWNJ Lyme and Tick-Borne Disease Conference from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 5. The conference is hosted by the college and the Tick Squad. It will combine medical professionals and academic experts in the field of Lyme and tick- borne diseases. The Tick Squad is a group of citizens who help educate the public about Lyme and other tick-related diseases. The conference’s morning…
Find out more »Skin Deep: The Battle Over Morgellons, Los Angeles, CA
The documentary "Skin Deep: The Battle Over Morgellons" will celebrate its World Premiere on October 5th at the Awareness Film Festival in Los Angeles. "Skin Deep" was directed by Emmy-winning editor and filmmaker Pi Ware. The film investigates the fierce controversy surrounding the illness known as Morgellons--a condition linked to Lyme disease. View the trailer for the film at morgellonsmovie.org. World premiere tickets on sale now at awarenessfestival.org
Find out more »PANS/PANDAS/AE conference, Arlington, Virginia
PANDAS Network proudly invites families and interested public to a full day conference of ten PANS Consortia experts who collectively have seen patients from around the globe for over 20 years. They will discuss current treatment and research trends in PANDAS-PANS-AE. This is an opportunity to create community and friendships on our path to healing. The diagnosis and treatment of Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with Streptococcal infections (PANDAS) and Pediatric Acute-onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome (PANS) remain important challenges in pediatric…
Find out more »Mary Beth Pfeiffer on Lyme, New Westminster, British Columbia
Journalist Mary Beth Pfeiffer, the author of "Lyme: The First Epidemic of Climate Change," will speak to BCLyme Support Group, on the outskirts of Vancouver, British Columbia. The event takes at 1045 Columbia Street, New Westminster, BC, on October 10, 6-7:30 p.m. Questions, reservations: bclymegroup@gmail.com
Find out more »Morgellons European Conference, Augsburg, Germany
The Charles E. Holman Morgellons Disease Foundation, in collaboration with the BCA-Clinic, is proud to announce the 2nd Annual European Medical-Scientific Conference on Morgellons Disease, taking place on October 12, 2019 in Augsburg, Germany. The conference is open to patients and the general public. Click here for more information.
Find out more »LymeMIND conference, New York City, New York
LymeMIND presents the 4th Annual Lyme Disease in the Era of Precision Medicine Conference. Proudly supported by The Steven and Alexandra Cohen Foundation: Cohen Lyme and Tickborne Disease Initiative Saturday, October 19th, 2019 (Livestream available for those who can't come in person.) The Times Center, 242 W 41st Street, New York, NY 10036 The day-long program will bring together a collective community of partners dedicated to the fight against Lyme disease. Speakers represent all corners of the Lyme disease community;…
Find out more »Congressional Lyme Luncheon Forum & Evening Reception, Washington DC
Congressional Luncheon Forum & Evening Reception Hosted by the Center for Lyme Action Luncheon Forum Lyme Disease: Is It an Invisible Epidemic? Tuesday, October 22, 2019, 11:15 am–1:00 pm, 2043-44 Rayburn House Office Building Opening Remarks by U.S. Representative Anna G. Eshoo (CA) and U.S. Representative Chris Smith (NJ) Keynote Video Address by U.S. Senator Susan Collins (ME) Featuring an Expert Panel: Dr. Dan Salkeld, Research Scientist and Tick Expert Dr. Kristen Honey, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Heather Hearst, Project Lyme…
Find out more »Profiles of Lyme–Poetry, Prose, and Song, Elmira, NY
Profiles of Lyme at Community Arts of Elmira led by Matt Guagliardo and Collin McLaughlin. Original poetry, prose and songwriting written and performed by those with Lyme disease or care partners indirectly impacted. Join us for awareness and inspiration. Saturday, October 26, 2019, 7 pm. $5 donation at the door. Community Arts of Elmira 413 Lake St, Elmira, New York 14901
Find out more »ILADS annual Fall conference, Boston, MA
Please join us for the International Lyme and Associated Diseases Society (ILADS) 20th Annual Conference. This year’s conference will be held on October 31-November 3, 2019, at the Westin Copley Place in downtown Boston, Massachusetts. THURSDAY, OCTOBER 31, 2019: PRE-CONFERENCE Lyme Fundamentals- an all day track and preliminary step for the ILADEF Physician Training Program. Exploratory Treatments for Tick-Borne Diseases- an all day track Social – Documentary Movie produced by Pi Ware concerning Morgellons Disease. Guests of registrants are welcome to attend this event.…
Find out more »November 2019
Two educational Lyme seminars, Chico, CA
The Lyme Center of Chico, California, will present afternoon and evening educational seminars on Thursday, Nov. 7. Latest Diagnostic Testing Methods for Lyme Disease and Co-infections Presented by: Dr. Jyotsna Shah, President/Lab Director of IGeneX , of Milpitas, CA and Markus Berger, Armin Labs, Germany Afternoon session 12:30 - 2:00 pm Evening session 6:00 - 8:00 pm The Psychological Impacts of Lyme Presented by: Kathleen Steele, LCSW Kathleen has focused her practice on counseling Lyme patients and has first-hand experience of the…
Find out more »Central Mass Lyme conference, Sturbridge, Massachusetts
The Central Mass Lyme Foundation will host its 4th Lyme disease conference on November 16 in Sturbridge, Massachusetts. Speakers include Dr. Thomas Moorcroft, Dr. Sheila Statlender, Dr. Stephen Rich, Dorothy Leland of LymeDisease.org, Gabriella True of the Connecticut PANS/PANDAS Partnership and others. Click here for more information and to purchase tickets.
Find out more »“Calling Time on Lyme” Conference, London, UK
The Lyme Disease Clinic UK, based in London, works closely with the world-renowned BCA Clinic in Germany and the Medical Centre in Prague supporting research, diagnostics and treatment of Lyme Disease and its co-infections. This conference brings together some of the leading medical professionals in the field of tick-borne diseases. It offers a unique day programme where the latest in research, treatment and therapy is shared with medical practitioners and patients in the UK. Speakers will include Dr. Carsten Nicolaus,…
Find out more »December 2019
“When Lyme Makes Headlines” panel discussion, New York City, New York
Mary Beth Pfeiffer, award-winning author of "Lyme: The First Epidemic of Climate Change," will moderate a panel discussion with these outstanding writers: Meghan O'Rourke, poet, essayist, Yale University graduate and author of "Why is Lyme so Hard to Understand" (The Atlantic). Holly McGhee, a New York Times bestselling writer and author of "How Learning to Listen (With my Heart) Helped me Help my Son" (The Washington Post). Porochista Khakpour, essayist, and critically acclaimed author of "Sick, A Memoir" (Harper Collins). Pamela…
Find out more »Webinar on alpha-gal syndrome–tick-related allergy to meat products
WEBINAR - ALPHA-GAL SYNDROME: FROM DIAGNOSIS TO (INGREDIENT) DETECTIVE Tuesday, Dec. 10. 1 pm Eastern Time. Speakers: Beth Carrison, INHC, Jennifer Platt, DrPH and Dr. Tina Merritt, TBC United Board Chairwoman This webinar will provide an overview of Alpha Gal Syndrome (AGS) – the tick-borne condition that upon exposure to galactose-alpha-1,3-galactose (“alpha-gal”) renders patients allergic to mammalian meats and the myriad by-products that contain mammalian-derived ingredients (e.g. pharmaceuticals and vaccines). Participants will receive the best available and most current information. They…
Find out more »March 2020
Dorothy Leland to discuss ticks and Lyme disease, Lower Lake, California–CANCELLED
Dorothy Leland, Vice-president and Communications Director of LymeDisease.org, will address the monthly meeting of Redbud Audubon Society at 7 pm, March 19. She will discuss matters of concern to people who spend a lot of time outdoors, bird-watching: How to recognize tick habitat, how to protect yourself from ticks, how to recognize early symptoms of tick-borne infections, how to find appropriate medical care when necessary. Lyme disease and other tick-borne infections continue to spread. “The first step towards protecting yourself…
Find out more »“Focus on Lyme” patient forum, Scottsdale, AZ–POSTPONED
Focus on Lyme events have been rescheduled to Oct 2-3. Stay tuned for details. Please join Focus on Lyme for our 5th annual Patient Forum Saturday, March 21st Omni Montelucia - Paradise Valley, Arizona 9am-1pm Light Refreshments will be provided $25 Registration Fee Please purchase tickets today! We look forward to your attendance to this very informational forum Scheduled Speakers Tammy Crawford - Founder and Executive Director of Focus On Lyme Holly Ahern – Scientific Advisor of Focus On Lyme…
Find out more »April 2020
Sam’s Spoons’ Tick Talk 2020, Carlisle, PA–CHANGED TO ONLINE
Due to COV-19, we will now host a live ZOOM Tick Talk conference on April 4th. We will provide a link to watch presentations soon. Stay tuned and please share! This free event will be April 4, at Dickinson College's Stern Center, 208 W Louther St, Carlisle, PA 17013. Speakers include Dr. Neil Spector ("Gone in a Heartbeat"); author Kris Newby ("Bitten: The Secret History of Lyme Disease and Biological Weapons"); Dr. Shannon D. Smith; Dr. Ying Zhang; Andrew Knupp, of…
Find out more »Lyme patient conference, Augusta, Maine–CANCELLED
Cancelled due to coronavirus concerns.
Find out more »Integrative psychiatry & Lyme disease, San Jose, California
Bay Area Lyme Foundation's Distinguished Speaker Series features Suruchi Chandra, MD. She is a board-certified psychiatrist specializing in integrative and holistic approaches to challenging medical conditions. Dr. Chandra’s practice focuses on the root causes of Lyme symptoms. She will also discuss the effectiveness of herbal treatment in fighting Lyme disease and its co-infections, and important steps to building resilience to support recovery. Our patient speaker for the evening will be Raeena Lari, who will chronicle her family’s tortuous journey with Lyme disease. The…
Find out more »Midwest Lyme Summit, Independence, Missouri
The Lyme Association of Greater Kansas City (LAGKC) will host the Midwest Lyme Summit on Saturday, April 25. It takes place at the Stoney Creek Conference Center, 18011 Bass Pro Drive, Independence, MO, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Speakers include: Patricia Smith, President of the Lyme Disease Association; Missouri Congresswoman Vicky Hartzler; Dr. Joseph Brewer; Dr. Charles Crist; Dr. Christine Andonian; Dr. Roman R. Ganta and attorney Sharon Meyers. Free admission. Click here for more details.
Find out more »Lyme disease symposium, Youngstown, Ohio
NE Ohio Lyme Foundation's 4th annual multidisciplinary symposium on Lyme disease will be held Saturday, April 25th, 2020. Location: Trinity Fellowship Church, 4749 South Ave, Youngstown, OH 44512 Tickets are available online and will be available at the door the day of the event. Lunch will be provided. Speakers: Dr. Bea Szantyr from Maine, is a Lyme disease specialist and member of ILADS, and she will share with us her knowledge and years of experience researching and treating Lyme disease. Dr. Szantyr’s…
Find out more »May 2020
Morgellons Disease Scientific Conference, Austin, Texas
This conference brings physicians, scientists, patients and their supporters together to learn the newest information on diagnosis and treatment of tick-borne disease with an emphasis on Morgellons, a skin manifestation occurring in 6% of patients with Lyme disease. New research will be presented. The conference will include a screening of the award winning documentary film: Skin Deep: The Battle Over Morgellons. May 2-3, 8:30 am to 5 pm Wyndham Garden Hotel, 3401 S IH-35, Austin, Texas. For more information.
Find out more »Horowitz speaking at patient conference & health fair, Danbury, CT
Lyme Connection’s 14th Annual Patient Conference and Health Fair will be Friday, May 15, at Western Connecticut State University’s Westside Campus Student Center. Dr. Richard Horowitz will be keynote speaker. Doors open at 5:00 p.m., giving attendees time to visit the Lyme-focused health fair. See tick-control products, Lyme-literate practitioners, testing laboratories and a wide range of manufacturers offering prevention and patient support services. The evening program begins at 7:00 p.m. The event is free and open to the public. Click here…
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