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California State Senator Lois Wolk, sponsor of the measure, calls Lyme disease "often misunderstood.” She says "It can cause serious, persistent health problems if not caught early and treated appropriately. The best way to protect yourself and your family is to learn... Read More »

.............   Lyme Times Latest issue includes articles on: The IDSA Lyme guidelines controversy Lyme advocacy on both state and national levelsWorld-wide incidence of Lyme diseaseAlso, treating chronic viruses, homeschooling with Lyme, latest scientific discoveries, and... Read More »

A North Carolina State University researcher has discovered that Bartonella (a common Lyme co-infection) can be passed to unborn babies, causing chronic infections and possibly birth defects. Read More »

"IDSA's primary concern is for the health and safety of patients," said IDSA President Richard Whitley, MD. Read More »

Says LDA President Pat Smith, "These guidelines being upheld become another nail in the coffin for those afflicted with Lyme disease." Read More »

A letter from Dr. Charles Ray Jones, Lyme-treating pediatrician who has been disciplined by the Connecticut medical board. Read More »

CALDA president Phyllis Mervine had a sharp response to a "Eugene Weekly" guest editorial, written by a doctor who claimed there was little chance of any one suffering serious effects from Lyme disease. Mervine suggested the doctor "examine the evidence herself... Read More »

Our Gratitude List: 2009 has been a remarkable year for the Lyme community. Here are some things we're grateful for this Thanksgiving season. Read More »

The Lyme Disease Association honored the science journalist at the group’s October conference in National Harbor, MD. Read More »