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NEW RESOURCE ON HERBAL TREATMENTS: There is no universally effective treatment for Lyme disease. Herbal protocols that support the immune system and reduce inflammation can be a valuable complement to antibiotic therapies. Common herbs like Japanese knotweed, cat’s claw, turmeric, and ashwagandha are backed by research for their healing properties and are generally well tolerated; some of them have even demonstrated the ability to fight off the Lyme-causing bacteria. “Wellness is only possible when cellular functions are coordinated,” and herbal remedies can help restore that necessary balance in the body. Learn more in this new resource on our website: https://lnkd.in/eKV3gazd #projectlyme #lyme #tickbornediseases #coinfections #lymediseaseawareness #health #tickbite #medicine #bacteria #herbs #alternativemedicines #naturalremedies #science #research

Clinical trials and research programs are critical in advancing diagnostics and treatments for Lyme disease and other vector-borne illnesses. If you are interested in getting involved, you can learn more on our website about available programs and how to contact them: https://lnkd.in/ejZkc8m5 #projectlyme #lymedisease #lymediseaseawareness #lymewarrior #tickbornediseases #tickbite #coinfections #bacteria #advocacy #clinicaltrials #research #science #getinvolved #reels

THE ACHILLES’ HEEL OF LYME DISEASE? Researchers have discovered an enzyme called lactate dehydrogenase (BbLDH) that is essential for the growth and infectivity of Borrelia burgdorferi, the bacteria that causes Lyme disease. This makes the enzyme a good target for testing new drugs, according to a study published in mBio, a journal of the American Society for Microbiology. The enzyme, lactate dehydrogenase (BbLDH), plays a key role in metabolism. The researchers examined the enzyme and identified which parts were necessary; by turning them off, they were able to stop Lyme disease bacteria from growing in Petri dishes and infecting animal models. “BbLDH can serve as an ideal target for developing genus-specific inhibitors that can be potentially used to treat and prevent Lyme disease,” says the paper’s co-author and Virginia Commonwealth University researcher, Chunhao Lia. While this research is promising, an actual medicine will likely need to be developed and tested for years before it comes to market. Check out the science via Discover Magazine: https://lnkd.in/eZVMdWRj #projectlyme #lyme #tickbornediseases #coinfections #lymediseaseawareness #health #tickbite #medicine #bacteria #enzyme #science #research

UNDERSTANDING TRANSMISSION RISK: In a new case study, North Carolina State University researchers discovered that a young child’s seizures were due not to Rasmussen’s encephalitis, as was originally suspected, but to infections caused by Bartonella henselae and two species of Babesia that are less commonly seen in the U.S.: Babesia divergens-like MO-1 and Babesia odocoilei. The child had a history of a feral cat scratch and an insect bite, either of which could have introduced the infections. However, insensitive and ineffective blood tests made diagnosis more difficult, as DNA from the Bartonella was only found later in brain biopsy samples. “This case emphasizes the potential for chronic bloodborne or central nervous system infection following a cat scratch,” said Dr. Edward Breitschwerdt, highlighting how these hidden infections might be overlooked in patients with serious neurological symptoms. This research was supported by the Steven & Alexandra Cohen Foundation. Read more from Mirage News: https://lnkd.in/davyfrmM #projectlyme #lyme #tickbornediseases #coinfections #lymediseaseawareness #health #tickbite #medicine #bacteria #bartonella #babesia #parenting #family #children #science #research

STRIKE OUT LYME: Kolten Smith, a Division 1 pitcher for the University of Georgia, has spent most of his life on the baseball field, but his biggest motivation comes from off the mound—his mom’s battle with Lyme disease. Bonnie was bitten by a tick in 2019 but was told that she couldn’t have Lyme disease because she lived in Florida, and the tick hadn’t been attached that long anyway — both unfortunately widespread myths. After years of misdiagnoses and worsening symptoms, Bonnie was finally diagnosed, but the delay made it harder to get the treatment she needed. “The unpredictability of Lyme disease has made the journey difficult, but she keeps fighting,” Kolten says. Now, he’s pledged $10 for every strikeout he throws. With each pitch, Kolten is fighting for his mom—and for everyone living with Lyme—and he’s encouraging others to join him in supporting Project Lyme’s mission to spread awareness and support research. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/ecdEg-4M #StrikeOutLyme #projectlyme #lyme #lymedisease #tickbornediseases #coinfections #lymediseaseawareness #chronicillness #chronicpain #health #medicine #tickbite #patientstories #advocacy

Project Lyme was proud to partner with advocate Sarah Bolden and launch our first-ever Lyme-A-Palooza in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. This concert event combined live music, local vendors, and educational booths to spark important conversations about Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses. Lyme warriors like Meghan Bradshaw who attended the event highlighted the urgency of our mission and the devastating consequences of delayed diagnosis. “I was really at the point where I couldn’t even feed myself, dress myself, or bathe myself,” Bradshaw shared, but it still took years for her to get answers. With all of your support, we raised over $10,000 to advance tick-borne education and research. And we’re just getting started! Check out this recap of the event: https://lnkd.in/emCPQAZB #projectlyme #lyme #lymediseaseawareness #coinfections #tickbornediseases #chroniclyme #fightlyme #chronicillness #music #concert #advocacy #event #MakeLymeLoud #lymeapalooza #lymeapalooza2025

Marissa has endured a wide range of debilitating symptoms caused by Lyme disease and coinfections. Over the course of 3 years, she saw 18 doctors and received 6 false diagnoses before finding answers. Now she is sharing her experience and the treatments she tried with the Project Lyme community. This is Marissa’s Lyme disease journey. ?? Do you have a story to share? Connect with us at https://lnkd.in/eFh5ajNd #projectlyme #lyme #lymedisease #tickbornediseases #coinfections #lymediseaseawareness #chronicillness #chronicpain #neurological #brain #health #medicine #tickbite #mentalhealth #mcas #pots #dysautonomia #patientstories #hope

LYME AND THE HEART: A 42-year-old man developed a complete heart block, as well as fatigue, palpitations, and shortness of breath. He recalled a tick bite, and his electrocardiogram (EKG) showed a severe conduction issue. He was treated with temporary pacing and intravenous ceftriaxone. Within 48 hours, his condition improved, and he was switched to oral antibiotics before being discharged. Lyme carditis is often difficult to diagnose, as its symptoms can resemble other conditions, but early treatment with antibiotics can prevent the need for a permanent pacemaker. Most cases resolve with proper care, highlighting the importance of recognizing Lyme disease-related heart issues quickly. Check out the science from Cureus Journal of Medical Science: https://lnkd.in/e5FvsX4z And to learn more about Lyme carditis, visit our website: https://lnkd.in/e-HvwxD3 #projectlyme #lyme #tickbornediseases #coinfections #lymediseaseawareness #health #tickbite #medicine #bacteria #carditis #lymecarditis #heartproblems #cardiac #science #research

Don't miss Lyme-A-Palooza 2025 — a music festival focused on raising awareness of tick-borne disease in South Carolina — tomorrow, March 22nd! Project Lyme is pleased to organize this inaugural event with the help of Sarah Bolden, an SC native and member of our community. Lyme-A-Palooza 2025 will feature the talents of many local musicians and vendors, educational sessions hosted by multiple doctors to educate people in SC about the danger of ticks, and an appearance from well-known advocate and Mt. Pleasant, SC native Olivia Flowers. Get your tickets now via this link, or email [email protected] with any questions: https://lnkd.in/eEtCAztn Can't attend but still want to make a difference? Consider supporting Project Lyme with a donation. Learn more on our website: https://lnkd.in/dKNiqjn #projectlyme #lyme#lymediseaseawareness #coinfections #tickbornediseases#chroniclyme #fightlyme #chronicillness #music #concert#event #MakeLymeLoud #lymeapalooza#lymeapalooza2025

Tracy Mulholland, who wrote, produced, and stars in the award-winning short-form series, ‘Girl at a Bar,’ based on her own struggles with chronic Lyme disease, recently sat down with the Bay Area Lyme Foundation to discuss her project. The series, which is funded in part by Bay Area Lyme, is available on YouTube and shows sufferers of chronic illnesses such as Lyme disease, Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, and Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome managing their symptoms while trying to go about their lives. Tracy came up with the idea for the series after her own bar-hopping social experiment of attending a new bar alone once per week was upended by years of misdiagnosis and debilitating illness from chronic Lyme disease, Bartonella, Babesia, Epstein Barr Virus, and Mycoplasma pneumoniae. “It was about four or five years before I could engage socially again,” Tracy says, adding, “When putting it on screen, I thought it was an interesting and powerful way to bring Lyme into a storyline and generate empathy and understanding for people with Lyme and other invisible illnesses.” Through ‘Girl at a Bar,’ Tracy transforms her personal struggle into a powerful vehicle for empathy to shed light on the challenges of living with chronic illness. Check out the interview now: https://lnkd.in/er9NRTZB #projectlyme #lyme #lymedisease #tickbornediseases #coinfections #lymediseaseawareness #health #medicine #tickbite #patientstories #hope #resilience #chronicillness #chronicpain #TV #film #girlatabar