Project Lyme @ProjectLyme

Project Lyme’s mission is to eradicate the epidemic of tick-borne diseases through awareness and education, support of cutting-edge science, and advocacy. projectlyme.org New York City Joined March 2016

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Project Lyme @ProjectLyme

2 days ago

After a tick bite he acquired during a tour of the Scottish Highlands, a healthy, middle-aged firefighter from the UK named Adam developed a range of debilitating symptoms. Since then, he has been dismissed and experienced medical gaslighting. This is Adam’s story.

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5 days ago

Daisy Holstine started waking up with swollen eyes & painful hives. Doctors misdiagnosed her for months before she learned she had alpha-gal syndrome, a growing allergy caused by a tick bite that makes exposure to meat or dairy dangerous. Via @nypost nypost.com/2025/08/27/hea…

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5 days ago

A 13-year-old girl had facial weakness, headaches, weight loss & ischemic stroke. Testing revealed the cause — Lyme disease that had spread to her central nervous system. After treatment with antibiotics, her health improved dramatically via @CureusMedical cureus.com/articles/39864…

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a week ago

Dear Lyme moms — We know the end of summer can be a stressful time. If you could use the support of others who have been affected by Lyme or a tick-borne illness, check out the next @MomsAgainstLyme Zoom meet-up on Monday, Sept. 8th, at 8 p.m. ET! RSVP: projectlyme.org/event/mothers-…

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a week ago

Left untreated, Lyme disease bacteria can spread quickly, affecting multiple bodily systems. Here are some of the neurological symptoms that patients can experience when Lyme impacts the brain. Learn more about the symptoms of Lyme disease on our website: projectlyme.org/resource/what-…

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2 weeks ago

In the latest episode of the #Lyme+Podcast, we discuss Project Lab Coat at #NYFW, and the collaboration aiming to drive Lyme awareness and research through fashion. 🎧 Listen now: hubs.la/Q03FVVlG0 👉 Learn more & get involved at hubs.la/Q03FVK0C0

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2 weeks ago

1st known human case of Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever in Canada has been reported in Quebec. RMSF begins with flu-like symptoms before a rash develops. Treatment with doxycycline lowers the risk of hearing loss, brain damage, amputation & death via @CTVNews ctvnews.ca/health/article…

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2 weeks ago

Former NFL star Jared Allen is sharing his experiences with alpha-gal syndrome, an allergy triggered by a tick bite. AGS made Allen allergic to red meat & other mammal products (which can be found in medical supplies, pills, cosmetics, & more). Via @SInow si.com/everyday-athle…

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2 weeks ago

Madison had always been healthy & athletic, so when she began struggling with GI issues, cardiac problems, fatigue, & brain fog in college, it came as a huge shock. It took years & many specialists before she finally got her diagnosis of Lyme disease, Babesia & Bartonella.