Lyme Blog Posts
TOUCHED BY LYME: Why you should read (and review) the new Lyme book
Investigative journalist Mary Beth Pfeiffer started crisscrossing the US this week, promoting her new book “Lyme: The First Epidemic of Climate Change.” It’s an important…
Pfeiffer tells us what most journalists don’t about Lyme disease
By David Michael Conner Mary Beth Pfeiffer’s new book continues to prove her dedication to informing readers about important issues that are too frequently overlooked—in…
Family’s battle with Lyme disease ends in deep tragedy
By Kaethe Mitchell Our two daughters were ill for years and were misdiagnosed by countless specialists. Niki never had a tick bite that we saw…
TOUCHED BY LYME: Pfeiffer electrifies at MyLymeData2018…and online
Investigative journalist Mary Beth Pfeiffer speaks in quiet, steady, well-modulated tones. But her message packs a powerful punch. It is at once riveting, deeply moving,…
LYME SCI: More about healing from mast cell activation syndrome
This is part three of a series on mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS) triggered by Lyme and co-infections. Part one is an introduction to MCAS…
Dr. Christine Green on Lyme biofilms and efflux pumps
Dr. Christine Green, a Lyme-treating physician who serves on the LymeDisease.org board of directors, recently gave a short talk to elaborate on some questions raised…
LYME SCI: The agony of mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS)
In the winter of 2016, my 17-year-old daughter was dying. She had severe allergic reactions every day, was in constant pain, and was losing weight…
Hidden costs of Lyme disease are considerable
Health care costs continue to rise in our country, and it is imperative that we address the underlying source(s). This article regarding the hidden costs…
Details on how Lyme spirochetes persist after antibiotics
Lyme disease researcher Monica Embers, PhD, recently joined Robert Herriman, MPH, on Outbreak News This Week Radio Show. They discussed two of Dr. Embers’ published…
TOUCHED BY LYME: Book calls epidemic “global and dangerous”
The story of Lyme disease in the modern world is maddeningly complex. To even begin to properly tell it, you need to give context about…
LYME SCI: MCAS, when the immune system goes haywire
We’re hearing from increasing numbers of Lyme patients who have suddenly developed serious allergic reactions to foods they used to be able to eat with…
Morgellons Disease is Not a Delusion, Says New Study
Press release from Charles E Holman Morgellons Disease Foundation, March 5, 2018: When does a “delusion” become reality? That question is addressed in the review…