LymeTimes Spring 2018

MyLymeData hits 10,000 participants — largest Lyme study ever

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News

MyLymeData Hits 10,000

MyLymeData Hits 10,000

The MyLymeData registry now houses data for more than 10,000 patients (and counting).

Pfeiffer Electrifies at MyLymeData 2018

Pfeiffer Electrifies at MyLymeData 2018

Common misconceptions about the U.S.’ current grasp on Lyme disease.

Health & Science

Developing New Tests to Identify Tick-Borne Pathogen

Developing New Tests to Identify Tick-Borne Pathogen

Next-generation sequencing can detect all bacteria in a tick–not just those associated with Lyme disease.

The Dangerous Link Between Lyme Disease and Teen Suicide

The Dangerous Link Between Lyme Disease and Teen Suicide

There are resources available to Lyme patients suffering from suicidal thoughts.

patient matters

A Mother Reflects on Six Years of Caring For a Child with Lyme Disease

A Mother Reflects on Six Years of Caring For a Child with Lyme Disease

When a child has Lyme disease, it can affect every part of a family’s day.

Connecting the Dots of Yolanda’s Lyme Experience

Connecting the Dots of Yolanda’s Lyme Experience

A “Real Housewives” star shares her experience with Lyme disease.

Allodynia feels like sand paper rubbing across a sunburn

Allodynia feels like sand paper rubbing across a sunburn

A few simple tricks can help those suffering from allodynia pain.

advocacy

How Did We Get Here? Lyme Disease

How Did We Get Here?

Professor Holly Ahern debunks some common myths about Lyme disease

The Tick-Borne Disease Working Group

The Tick-Borne Disease Working Group

Despite controversy, the US Tick-Borne Disease Working Group shows great promise in furthering future understanding and awareness.

Ten Things You Can Do for Lyme Disease Awareness

Ten Things You Can Do for Lyme Disease Awareness

Together, we can help people prevent Lyme disease and other tick-borne diseases

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