Geographic distribution of Lyme disease cases and proportion of cases by disease stage, Canada, 2009–2019*.
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Epidemiology of Lyme Disease in Canada 2009-2019

While the current numbers likely underrepresent the number of people living with Lyme disease in Canada, it is still important to note that even with passive surveillance, the number of cases per year has increased, showing the need for more accurate surveillance methods as well as public health initiatives for prevention and early detection and treatment.

Two young people go hiking and wear long pants that are light coloured.
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Permethrin: An underused tool for prevention of tick-borne infection

Permethrin treated clothing is often recommended as an evidence-based means of preventing tick bites. Unfortunately, in Canada, there are limited options for purchasing permethrin treated clothing and permethrin spray is not easily available in the 0.5% concentration suitable for do-it-yourself treatment of clothing.  A recently-published study in the Journal of Medical Entomology authored by Nadolny and…

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This giving season, your support changes lives

For over two decades, the Canadian Lyme Disease Foundation has worked to raise awareness about Lyme disease and fight for those living with this complex disease. From government outreach and policy work to furthering emerging research and community engagement efforts, the work of CanLyme has always been made possible by contributions from our community. How…

Dr. Melanie Wills stands outside with the University of Guelph logo hovering over top of her.
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$2 million gift boosts University of Guelph Lyme research lab

A Canadian research lab dedicated to the study of Lyme disease got a big boost in November with a $2 million gift to help carry out its work. The G. Magnotta Research Lab at the University of Guelph in Guelph, Ontario will receive the money over the next two years. It’s the latest financial contribution…

Maps of Europe comparing habitat suitability of ticks.
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Machine learning algorithms help predict tick-borne pathogen risk across Europe

A new study published in Annals of Medicine explores the potential for machine learning algorithms to predict the risk of tick-borne diseases around Europe. Ticks, known carriers of many pathogens, are influenced by a combination of factors, including climate, landscape, and host availability. This research uses machine learning to predict where tick concentrations are highest. …