
12-year-old Julia Bruzzese of New York, in a wheelchair from Lyme disease, was thrust into the national spotlight in September, when Pope Francis picked her out of an airport crowd and blessed her. Here are updates to her story from several  media outlets.
Good Morning, America, March 29, 2016:

Dorothy Leland
Dorothy Leland is a longtime advocate and researcher focused on Lyme disease education, policy awareness, and patient support. She has contributed to numerous publications and works closely with medical professionals and organizations to improve understanding and treatment of tick-borne diseases.
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