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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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Emerging tick species in Connecticut found to carry ehrlichiosis
May 30, 2025

by Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant An invasive tick species in Connecticut has been found to…

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“Mick the Tick” teaches kids about Lyme disease
May 29, 2025

By Kara Perrin My name is Kara and I have Lyme disease. That’s usually the…

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Ticks, Lyme and alpha-gal syndrome put land surveyors at risk
May 28, 2025

By Meg Muckenhoupt When you ask land surveyor Sandy Peabody about hazards he’s encountered at…

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After 18 joint replacements in 6 years, she’s now a fierce Lyme advocate
May 22, 2025

Meghan Bradshaw was just 25 when severe joint pain appeared seemingly overnight. Once active and…

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Is autism epidemic fueled by Bartonella and other vector-borne infections?
May 22, 2025

By Debbie Kimberg Autism rates have been steadily rising, with more children receiving diagnoses than…

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Recap of ILADS’ 11th European Scientific Conference in Portugal
May 21, 2025

By Sarah Quillen The International Lyme and Associated Diseases Society (ILADS) has never been an…

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PODCAST: Surviving Lyme, Trauma, and Misdiagnosis—Together
May 20, 2025

By Fred Diamond When chronic illness and deep emotional trauma collide in a relationship, it…

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May 19 deadline to send letter to Congress for Lyme and TBD programs
May 15, 2025

From the Center for Lyme Action: We all know one tick bite can change a…

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Massachusetts man dies from tick-borne Powassan virus
May 15, 2025

Kevin Boyce, a 62-year-old resident of the Boston area, passed away last year from Powassan…

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Beyond Pest Control: Greenix’s Commitment to Lyme Disease Advocacy
May 15, 2025

Greenix Pest Control, a company that serves 16 states, does more than just treat yards…

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