News and updates

Announcing the second annual Canadian Tick-Borne Disease Conference
August 13, 2026
Join us for the second annual Canadian Tick-Borne Disease Conference exclusively for…
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Feeling sick after eating that steak dinner? You could have a rare but potentially severe tick-borne allergy
July 31, 2026
First documented death from alpha-gal syndrome points to major need for public…
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Elliot Jacobson: Downstream Secondary Illness in Lyme Disease
July 28, 2026
Dealing with the fallout.
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Why Lyme disease isn’t the only tick-borne infection you need to worry about
July 13, 2026
Co-infections are a real danger as more ticks carry multiple pathogens, study…
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Lyme disease and your pregnancy: Why avoiding tick bites could protect your unborn child
July 1, 2026
Transmission of tick-borne pathogens from mother to fetus remains understudied and poorly…
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Lack of experience no obstacle at this obstacle course
June 29, 2026
OxTrail run brings the fun while raising awareness of Lyme Disease.
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Interventions to manage mold and mycotoxicities
June 20, 2026
In this video recording, from the 2025 Canadian Tick-Borne Disease Conference, Dr…
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Environmental toxicities: Confounding presentations
June 19, 2026
In this video recording, from the 2025 Canadian Tick-Borne Disease Conference, Dr…
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Updates
Lyme disease is as hard to detect as a ‘needle in a haystack.’ But a new breakthrough could change that
ByEmmett Shane April 16, 2026April 16, 2026
G. Magnotta Lab testing biosensor that can detect pathogens in a tiny drop of blood.
Read More Lyme disease is as hard to detect as a ‘needle in a haystack.’ But a new breakthrough could change that
For Physicians
Dr. Tim Cook on chronic persistent tick-borne illness: Recognition of symptom complexes
ByCanLyme April 7, 2026June 19, 2026
Internal medicine specialist who has spent decades helping patients with complex illnesses reviews chronic Lyme symptom patterns.
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For Physicians
Tick-borne infections can trigger bipolar disorder in children, study suggests
ByEmmett Shane March 11, 2026March 11, 2026
Recognizing links between tick-borne infections and psychiatric disorders can lead to faster diagnosis.
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For Physicians
Antibiotic therapy an effective treatment and diagnostic tool for children with persistent Lyme disease, study finds
ByEmmett Shane March 6, 2026March 6, 2026
Renowned U.S. researcher followed 101 pediatric Lyme cases in New England.
Read More Antibiotic therapy an effective treatment and diagnostic tool for children with persistent Lyme disease, study finds
Updates
Six myths about Lyme disease that harm patients in Canada
ByEmmett Shane February 9, 2026July 14, 2026
As cases of tick-borne infections mount, debunking misinformation is even more urgent.
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For Physicians | Prevention | Research
Dr. Vett Lloyd on biobanks and the science of tick-borne post-infection illness
ByCanLyme February 4, 2026June 19, 2026
Dr. Lloyd reviews tick-borne chronic illness from a research lens and the role of biobanks in answering key questions.
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For Physicians | Prevention | Research
Justin Wood reviews Canada’s growing tick problem
ByCanLyme January 30, 2026June 19, 2026
Geneticks tests ticks for human pathogens and gathers valuable data on ticks, pathogens and tick-borne diseases across Canada.
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Updates
New research explores the genetics of the bacteria responsible for Lyme disease in Canada
ByCanLyme January 30, 2026June 19, 2026
This study was funded by Genome Québec, the G. Magnotta Foundation for Vector-Borne Diseases and the Caron Thorburn Institute.
Read More New research explores the genetics of the bacteria responsible for Lyme disease in Canada
Pets
Nine questions for your vet about protecting your pet from Lyme disease
ByEmmett Shane January 27, 2026May 31, 2026
Tick-borne diseases can be fatal to dogs but there are plenty of ways to prevent them, veterinarian says.
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For Physicians | Research
Dr. Brian Fallon on Neuropsychiatric Lyme
ByCanLyme January 24, 2026January 30, 2026
Expert discusses how to recognize and manage the neuropsychiatric manifestations of Lyme.
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For Physicians | Research
Diagnostic tools for Lyme disease, by Dr. Ralph Hawkins
ByCanLyme January 20, 2026January 24, 2026
Dr. Ralph Hawkins presents on a probabilistic approach to understanding uncertainty in medical diagnosis. From the Canadian Tick-Borne Disease Conference in 2025.
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Media
Chronic Lyme is real
ByJanet Sperling, PhD January 20, 2026February 5, 2026
Despite their intention, recent news broadcasts have the potential to put patients at further risk.
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For Physicians | Research
New research: Infrared thermography makes the bullseye rash more visible for diagnosis of Lyme
ByEmmett Shane January 19, 2026January 27, 2026
Infrared imaging can detect early Lyme inflammation invisible to the naked eye, Ukrainian study suggests.
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Updates
Fuel the movement for better Lyme disease diagnosis and treatment
ByJanet Sperling, PhD December 1, 2025December 1, 2025
This Giving Tuesday, be a part of our efforts.
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Education | Events | For Physicians
How CanLyme’s annual conferences could lead to better care for patients with Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses
ByCanLyme November 27, 2025November 27, 2025
More than 60 Canadian health professionals from a wide range of disciplines gathered in Toronto.
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